Manchester City are close to completing the signing of Olympique Marseille goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli after reaching the final stages of negotiations with the French club.
According to reports from Sky Sports and other outlets, City are expected to pay around €3.5 million for the experienced Argentine, who is set to strengthen Enzo Maresca's goalkeeping department ahead of the new season.
Rulli set for City return
The move would mark a return to Manchester City for Rulli, who was on the club's books between 2016 and 2017 but never made a first-team appearance.
Since then, the 34-year-old has established himself as one of Europe's most experienced goalkeepers, spending time with Real Sociedad, Ajax and Marseille.
After leaving Ajax in 2024, Rulli quickly became Marseille's first-choice goalkeeper, keeping former Go Ahead Eagles stopper Jeffrey de Lange out of the starting line-up.
Trafford exit opens the door
Manchester City's pursuit of Rulli has accelerated with James Trafford expected to complete a move to Leeds United.
Rulli is expected to become the backup to Gianluigi Donnarumma, providing experienced cover between the posts as City prepare for another demanding campaign across multiple competitions.
With negotiations now at an advanced stage, an official announcement could follow once the final details are completed.
Key Points
- Manchester City are close to signing Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille.
- The deal is expected to cost around €3.5 million.
- Rulli previously spent time at City without making a first-team appearance.
- James Trafford is expected to join Leeds United.
- Rulli will provide experienced competition and cover in City's goalkeeping department.
What's next?
Manchester City are expected to finalise the remaining details with Marseille before confirming Rulli's arrival. Once the transfer is completed, attention is likely to turn to James Trafford's expected departure to Leeds United.
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