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USMNT goalkeeper Steffen to stay at Man City to challenge Ederson

United States international goalkeeper Zack Steffen will return to Manchester City next season with the intention of fighting Ederson for his number one spot.

Claudio Bravo is set to join Real Betis after the 37-year-old’s contract at the Etihad Stadium expired at the end of the season, freeing up a role as Ederson’s deputy.

Steffen, 25, spent last season on loan at Fortuna Dusseldorf and made a strong impression despite the club failing to avoid relegation from the Bundesliga.

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However, he suffered two knee injuries which ended his season prematurely after starting the first 17 matches of the campaign.