Ederson transfer has been confirmed as the Brazilian goalkeeper completes his move from Manchester City to Turkish side Fenerbahce. After eight trophy-laden years in England, Ederson leaves City having made a lasting mark on the club’s history.
Since joining Manchester City from Portuguese side Benfica in 2017, Ederson has been a cornerstone of the team’s success. The 32-year-old lifted 18 major trophies, including six Premier League titles, one Champions League crown, and three Premier League Golden Glove awards. He kept an impressive 168 clean sheets in 372 appearances, becoming one of the most reliable goalkeepers in the Premier League.
Fenerbahce reportedly agreed a transfer fee of 12 million pounds ($16.21 million), with Ederson set to earn a net of 11 million euros per season. Details about the contract length have not been disclosed. Manchester City plan to replace him with Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain, ensuring continuity at the club’s number one position.
Ederson expressed his gratitude for his time at Manchester City, stating, “Playing for City has been the most special time of my life. I will always be a fan of this special club. Under Pep Guardiola, we dominated the Premier League and conquered Europe. I arrived in Manchester eight years ago full of hope, and I leave proud of what we achieved together.”
The Ederson transfer is one of the most notable moves of the summer, highlighting the growing appeal of Turkish football for international players. With his exceptional shot-stopping skills, composure under pressure, and leadership at the back, Ederson is expected to make an immediate impact at Fenerbahce and strengthen their bid in domestic and European competitions.
This move also adds to the growing trend of high-profile goalkeepers transferring abroad, demonstrating the global reach of football talent and the increasing competitiveness of leagues outside England.
