BREAKING NEWS: Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he won’t stop the £35 million player if he wants to leave the team this summer. “If he wants to leave, I can’t stop him; it’s his choice. We don’t force player to stay at City.”

Pep Guardiola has acknowledged that he would not prevent a £35 million player from leaving Manchester City this summer if that is their decision. Following Manchester City’s recent penalty shootout loss to Barcelona, Guardiola addressed one of the key challenges his team faces during this transfer window.

Despite the disappointing pre-season results, which include three consecutive losses, Guardiola’s primary focus remains on preparing his squad for the upcoming 2024/2025 season.

The Catalan manager will carefully assess which players to retain as he prepares his team for their pre-season matches. Manchester City will then be able to formulate their strategies for the ongoing summer transfer window.

Among the potential departures, goalkeeper Ederson Moraes has indicated uncertainty about his future, having been linked to moves to Saudi Arabia in recent weeks.

Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano reported earlier this month that Stefan Ortega would be the first-choice replacement for Ederson if the Brazilian decides to leave.

Although Manchester City may feel comfortable with Ortega stepping in, losing Ederson would still represent a significant blow. The £35 million goalkeeper has been a pivotal figure in City’s success under Guardiola, alongside other key players like Kevin De Bruyne, Kyle Walker, and John Stones.

If Ederson decides to leave this summer, Guardiola has expressed that he would not stand in his way, even though it would be a difficult decision to accept. Speaking to TNT Sports Brazil, Guardiola conveyed his deep admiration and affection for Ederson, saying, “I just wish for him to stay with City, with me.

I desire him and adore him. He has given us so much; he is a ‘porteirazo,’ a term used to describe an excellent goalkeeper in Spain and Portugal. I want him to provide a clear response right away. Should he feel compelled to move on, I will understand, though it would bring great heartache.”

In conclusion, while Guardiola remains focused on the upcoming season, the potential departure of key players like Ederson looms large, and the manager is prepared to respect their decisions, even if it means parting ways with one of his most trusted players.