BREAKING NEWS: “I did my best to persuade him, but he has made up his mind to leave,” said Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, confirming that the £50 million star has departed from the Etihad to join a surprising club in Saudi Arabia this summer.

Pep Guardiola has expressed uncertainty about whether a Manchester City player, currently earning £100,000 a week, will remain with the club. Reports suggest that this player, who is believed to be Ederson, has reached a “verbal agreement” with another club, Al-Ittihad.

This follows Manchester City’s recent 4-3 loss to Celtic in a pre-season match held in North Carolina, where goals from Oscar Bobb, Erling Haaland, and Maximo Perrone were not enough to secure a win.

Guardiola used the match as an opportunity to evaluate his squad, especially given that some players were absent due to international commitments. Among the traveling team was Ederson, despite having participated in an international tournament this summer.

There has been significant speculation surrounding Ederson’s future, particularly with a lucrative offer reportedly on the table from Al-Ittihad.

The Saudi club is said to have offered the Brazilian goalkeeper a three-year contract worth £67 million, and Ederson has supposedly agreed to the personal terms.

After the game against Celtic, Guardiola addressed the media and expressed uncertainty about Ederson’s situation, noting that he would prefer the player to stay but acknowledged that it depends on the interest from other clubs.

He mentioned that there had been no recent discussions regarding Ederson’s status and emphasized that the decision would likely be clarified after the transfer window closes.

The speculation around Ederson’s potential move to Saudi Arabia, where he could earn significantly more, is causing some concern for City. The goalkeeper has been a vital part of the team for several years, and losing him would be a significant blow.

However, Guardiola has a capable backup in Stefan Ortega, who is expected to step up if Ederson departs.

The situation remains uncertain, with much depending on whether Al-Ittihad can meet City’s financial demands for the player. The club and its fans are hoping for a resolution soon, as the ongoing uncertainty is not ideal for the team’s pre-season preparations.