Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson Moraes is reportedly on the verge of completing a move to Galatasaray, according to fresh reports emerging from Turkey.
The Brazil international, who has been linked with a summer exit from the Etihad for several weeks, is now said to have agreed personal terms with the Turkish giants. A deal appears to be drawing closer after a private meeting between Ederson and Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk, where the club’s vision and project were discussed in detail.
Personal Terms Agreed
Turkish journalist Yağız Sabuncuoğlu, a reliable source for Turkish transfer news, claims Ederson and Galatasaray have “reached an agreement on everything”, including the salary package. It’s reported the goalkeeper will earn just under €10 million per year, a figure Galatasaray considers sustainable under their current wage structure.
Sabuncuoğlu stated:
“Ederson has reached an agreement on everything. Agreed on a salary of less than €10m. Galatasaray also called Manchester City and said: ‘We will never go above €10m. If you’re okay, we’re okay.’ Okan Buruk met with Ederson and told him about his plan.”
This suggests the Turkish club is drawing a hard line on the transfer fee, unwilling to exceed €10 million, and potentially seeking to structure payments in instalments — a common practice in Turkish football.
The Super Lig champions have been actively searching for a new first-choice goalkeeper following the departure of Fernando Muslera, who returned to Uruguay after more than a decade of service. Galatasaray’s need for a reliable and experienced No.1 has been a top priority this summer.
Aside from Ederson, reports have also linked the club with Liverpool’s Alisson Becker, although that deal seems far less feasible financially.
Ederson, 31, would bring world-class experience, having won multiple Premier League titles and a Champions League with Manchester City. His ball-playing ability and command in the box would represent a major upgrade for Galatasaray in both domestic and European competitions.
City Open to Letting Ederson Go
Manchester City are understood to be open to letting Ederson leave, particularly after interest from Saudi clubs earlier in the summer, although no move materialized at the time. The Premier League champions are reportedly planning for life after Ederson, with younger options such as James Trafford (Burnley) and Diogo Costa (FC Porto) being evaluated.
Ederson, who joined City from Benfica in 2017, has made over 300 appearances for the club and has two years remaining on his contract, which expires in June 2026.
Final Talks Ongoing
Although personal terms are reportedly settled, final negotiations between Galatasaray and Manchester City are still ongoing regarding the transfer fee and payment structure. Galatasaray’s position is clear — they will not exceed €10 million, and they are hoping City will accept the offer, possibly due to the player’s age and contract length.
A resolution is expected soon, as Galatasaray want to secure their new goalkeeper before the start of their Super Lig campaign and UEFA Champions League qualifiers.
Summary
Ederson has reportedly agreed personal terms with Galatasaray, earning under €10 million per year.
He met manager Okan Buruk, who outlined his plans for the team.
Galatasaray told Manchester City they won’t pay more than €10 million, possibly in instalments.
City are preparing for Ederson’s exit and looking at potential replacements.
The transfer is edging closer, pending final agreement on fee and payment structure.
