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Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson claimed that he would relish the chance to replace Kevin de Bruyne in midfield and joked that the move would 'not change anything'.
The Brazilian's goalkeeping ability may have earned him the Golden Glove award last season but his technical skills and footwork could merit him a spot outfield.
City have a history of playing keepers outfield as Stuart Pearce brought David James off the bench as a striker in their 2005 final day showdown against Middlesbrough.
Man City goalkeeper Ederson joked that he could replace star midfielder Kevin de Bruyne
Now the Brazil international has hinted that he could be the next to make the switch out of goal but claimed he would prefer to be in midfield than in a No 9 role.
When discussing James' cameo against Middlesbrough, the 28-year-old told CityTV : 'If I were to go outfield like this, I would not ask to be a striker.
'I would prefer to play in the midfield. In Kevin's place!
The Brazilian claimed that his switch with the Belgian (centre) would 'not change anything'
'If I were to choose, if
