Guardiola Keeps Doors Open for Savinho and Ederson Amid Wolves Clash
Manchester City is gearing up for their Premier League opener against Wolves, and there’s plenty of buzz around Pep Guardiola’s squad as the season kicks off. Right now, all eyes are on two Brazilian internationals, Savinho and Ederson, who have been linked with moves away from the club. Guardiola addressed the speculation head-on, saying if either player wants to leave, they simply need to “knock on my door.” He made it clear that, for now, both are very much part of his plans.
Savinho, the 21-year-old winger who joined City last summer for $45 million, has attracted attention from Tottenham following a quiet season with three goals in 48 appearances. Tottenham, dealing with departures and injuries in their squad, is reportedly interested, but Guardiola insisted that any club wanting to negotiate must first contact Manchester City. While the manager hopes Savinho stays, he also acknowledged that the player’s desires will ultimately guide the outcome. For the time being, though, Savinho will not be traveling for the Wolves match due to a lingering injury picked up during a pre-season friendly in Sicily.
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Meanwhile, Ederson, City’s 31-year-old first-choice goalkeeper since 2017, has been a key figure in the team’s domestic dominance, helping the club secure six league titles. Rumors of a move to Galatasaray have been circulating, but Guardiola emphasized that Ederson hasn’t expressed any desire to leave. “All the players here are our players,” he said, noting that what happens during the transfer window remains uncertain.
City are facing a few injury concerns as they head to Molineux, with Rodri, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner, still recovering from a “bad injury” sustained during the Club World Cup. Phil Foden is questionable with a minor ankle issue, while Mateo Kovacic is definitely out with a calf problem. Defender Josko Gvardiol and youngster Claudio Echeverri are also being monitored, and Guardiola confirmed that Savinho is sidelined for the opener.
Despite the absences, City have several new signings ready to make their Premier League debuts. Rayan Ait-Nouri, Rayan Cherki, and Tijjani Reijnders have been fully integrated into the squad, while goalkeeper James Trafford is also in contention after featuring in pre-season friendlies. Guardiola’s predicted starting XI sees Ederson in goal, backed by a solid defensive line including Akanji, Dias, and Ait-Nouri, with Erling Haaland leading the attack.
Ultimately, Guardiola’s message is clear: the club’s door is always open for discussions, but the current squad remains committed and focused on starting the season strong. Wolves will be a tough test, but Manchester City’s blend of experience and fresh talent promises an exciting kickoff to the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.
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