Man Utd stunned as Man City approaches Serie A star wanted by Ratcliffe
Manchester City are aiming to secure a new goalkeeper this summer and may target a player also being eyed by Manchester United.
Despite Ederson’s reputation as one of Europe’s top goalkeepers, he has faced injury challenges this season. Meanwhile, City’s backup keeper, Stefan Ortega, has just one year left on his contract.
Pep Guardiola wants a young goalkeeper to support Ederson and potentially earn a starting role in the future.
In previous transfer seasons, City has shown willingness to sign young talents from abroad, such as Jeremy Doku and Josko Gvardiol.
Italian source Corriere dello Sport reports that Manchester City has been in touch with the representatives of Lazio’s Christos Mandas, who is also a target for Manchester United.
Mandas, 22, joined Lazio last summer and has made 10 appearances, conceding just seven goals and securing five clean sheets.
Mandas is expected to improve with more experience, making him a strong long-term option for Manchester City.
Manchester United is also aiming to acquire a new goalkeeper in the upcoming transfer season and has shown significant interest in Mandas.
The Red Devils seek a replacement for Altay Bayindir, likely to leave Old Trafford soon.
United’s first-choice keeper has struggled this season, so bringing in an upgrade could be advantageous.
Onana has made several errors this season and hasn’t justified the £47.2m cost United paid for him last summer.
Mandas aligns with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s focus on acquiring young, high-potential players.
Lazio wants to dispel rumors about Mandas and plans to discuss a contract extension with him and his representatives soon.
The Italian team intends to offer Mandas a better salary and a one-year extension, keeping him until 2029.
This offers Manchester City and Manchester United an opportunity to persuade the talented goalkeeper to join them instead of staying at Lazio.
Man Utd stunned as Man City approaches Serie A star wanted by Ratcliffe