Guardiola Clarifies Manchester City Position on Rodrygo and Donnarumma Links

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has addressed reports linking the club with moves for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo and free agent goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Speaking ahead of Saturday’s Premier League opener against Wolves, Guardiola reiterated that Savinho and Ederson remain part of his plans but acknowledged that player preference and transfer negotiations could alter the situation.

Tottenham are expected to make an improved bid for Savinho, while Ederson is attracting interest from Galatasaray. Should Ederson depart, City have identified Donnarumma as a leading candidate to replace him. In the event of Savinho’s sale, talks have already taken place with Rodrygo’s representatives regarding a possible transfer.

Guardiola emphasised that no formal departure requests have been made by either player, but that “the desire of the player prevails above everything” when it comes to transfer outcomes.

FAQ

• What is City’s stance on Ederson? – Retain him unless a suitable offer arrives.
• What about Savinho? – Guardiola wants him to stay, but will respect his wishes.
• Why is Donnarumma linked? – As a potential replacement for Ederson.
• Why is Rodrygo linked? – As a replacement option if Savinho leaves.

Conclusion

City’s activity in the final weeks of the transfer window could hinge on the futures of Savinho and Ederson, with Rodrygo and Donnarumma on standby as high-profile replacements.