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Guardiola to play goalkeeper Ederson in new position against Leicester

Manchester City goal keeper Moraes Ederson [PHOTO: COURTESY]

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola is planning to field his goalkeeper Moraes Ederson in the middle of the pitch, when the league leaders face Leicester City in the quarter final of the league cup, British media reveals.

Guardiola is said to have sanctioned the decision after watching the ball distribution of the 24-year-old Brazilian keeper against Tottenham Hotspurs in a premier league match, which they won 4-1.

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