Ederson Hits Back at Reports of Being Affected by Praise for Stefan Ortega
Ederson Responds to Claims of Being Upset Over Ortega Praise
Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has addressed reports suggesting he was unhappy with the praise given to his teammate, Stefan Ortega, following a significant save last season. Ederson took to social media to refute these claims and clarify his position.
What Happened: During Manchester City’s crucial Premier League match against Tottenham last season, Ederson was substituted due to an injury. Stefan Ortega, who came on in his place, made a crucial save against Son Heung-min, helping City secure the Premier League title. Following the match, Ortega received widespread acclaim for his performance.
Reports from The Athletic suggested that Ederson was hurt by the praise Ortega received, which was believed to contribute to his desire to leave the club amid interest from Saudi Arabia. However, Ederson has publicly denied these reports.
Ederson’s Response: In an Instagram post, Ederson stated, “I would like to clarify that the note published by The Athletic yesterday, referring to my alleged dissatisfaction with a co-worker, is completely false.” He described the day of his injury as one of the hardest of his career and expressed his frustration about missing the end of the season and the Copa América. Ederson emphasized that his focus remains on preparing for the upcoming season with Manchester City.
The Bigger Picture: Ortega has since extended his contract with Manchester City, while Ederson’s future remains uncertain. Manager Pep Guardiola admitted he is unsure if Ederson will stay beyond the current transfer window. Reports suggest City are considering replacing Ederson with Paris Saint-Germain’s Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Did You Know? Ederson has two years left on his contract with Manchester City, but potential moves to the Middle East have been speculated. Al-Nassr reportedly had an offer rejected for the Brazilian, and Al-Ittihad is said to be interested in signing him.
What’s Next: As the transfer window progresses, Ederson’s future will continue to be a topic of interest. He remains under contract with Manchester City for two more years, but his situation could change depending on offers and managerial decisions.
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