US EditionMan City Cult Hero Scott Carson to Leave Club – with Chelsea Keeper Eyed to Replace Him
- Manchester City announced on Monday, June 9, 2025, that goalkeeper Scott Carson will leave the club after six years at the Etihad Stadium.
- Carson joined City in 2019 on an initial temporary deal from Derby County, primarily acting as a backup goalkeeper and accumulating several winners' medals, including the 2023 Champions League trophy.
- Carson made only two appearances, with his last in 2021, and was highly valued by Pep Guardiola for his leadership and dressing room presence despite limited playing time.
- Manchester City is targeting Chelsea's 33-year-old third-choice goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli, who played just once in the FA Cup in 2022 and is valued for his homegrown status and training ground influence.
- Carson’s departure creates an urgent need for a reliable backup keeper as City prepares for the Club World Cup, amid doubts over Ederson and Ortega, prompting swift reinforcement plans.
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Man City cult hero Scott Carson to leave club – with Chelsea keeper eyed to replace him
Mike McGrath 9 June 2025 at 10:00 am UTC·2 min read Manchester City are ready to make a move for Marcus Bettinelli, Chelsea’s third-choice goalkeeper, following the departure of long-serving cult hero Scott Carson. Bettinelli, 33, has been targeted as the right profile to support a goalkeeper stable led by
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Football Mad! ⚽️🤪Veteran goalkeeper Scott Carson to leave Manchester City
The 39-year-old made two senior appearances in six years at the Etihad Stadium.
Scott Carson's Quiet Exit Leaves Void in Man City Dressing Room
Manchester City have confirmed the departure of veteran goalkeeper Scott Carson following the expiration of his contract. While Carson made just two appearances in six years at the Etihad, his presence within the squad leaves a noticeable gap. Behind the scenes, he played a role far greater than the stat sheets suggest. A Trusted Professional with a Wealth of Experience Scott Carson joined Manchester City in 2019, initially on loan from Derby Co…
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