sport news Manchester City confirm the signing of free agent Stefan Ortega on a three-year ... trends now Manchester City confirm the signing of free agent Stefan Ortega on a three-year deal to replace Zack Steffen as Ederson's No 2 between the sticks next season Manchester City have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Stefan Ortega The 29-year-old will replace Zack Steffen, 27, as Ederson's No 2 at the Etihad There have also been doubts about Steffen's future at City since his blunder He contributed to a 3-2 defeat to Liverpool in the FA Cup semi-final in April By Charlotte Daly For Mailonline Published: 10:00 BST, 1 July 2022 | Updated: 10:08 BST, 1 July 2022 Viewcomments Manchester City have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Stefan Ortega on a three-year deal following his medical last week. The 29-year-old, who previously played for Arminia Bielefeld, will replace Zack Steffen as Ederson's No 2 at the Etihad stadium. The experienced German bolsters City’s goalkeeping options and becomes the second signing of the summer, following Erling Haaland to the Club. Manchester City have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Stefan Ortega on a three-year The Citizens have signed Ortega as a potential replacement for Steffen - who could leave the club this summer following his blunder during their 3-2 defeat to Liverpool in the FA Cup semi-final in April. As it stands, Steffen's contract at the Etihad is set to expire in June 2025 but he could be heading towards the exit sooner as he looks to get more minutes under his belt next term. As a result, Ortega will step in to provide cover for Manchester City's No 1 shot-stopper, Ederson. However, City have stated that his 'move is subject to international clearance'. The 29-year-old will replace Zack Steffen, 27, as Ederson's No 2 at the Etihad next season Speaking about his deal with City, the 29-year-old - who will wear the number 18 shirt - said: 'This is a fantastic move for me. Manchester City are an amazing team – a squad with world-class quality in every area. 'To be given the chance to join this group of players and help continue the Club's success is a dream for me. 'I have enjoyed my time in Germany and I want to thank the Arminia Bielefeld fans for their support. But this new challenge of coming to City and playing in the Premier League is too good for me to ignore. 'I can't wait to get started, meet my teammates and begin working with Pep and his backroom staff.' While City's Director of Football Txiki Begiristain added: 'This is a very good deal for City. 'Stefan has excellent pedigree – his career speaks for itself. 'We are signing a goalkeeper who has vast experience, and he will help us in our quest for more trophies. 'He has joined to compete with the other goalkeepers and help our youngsters, so it's a transfer we are really pleased to have secured.' Ortega was unable to prevent Arminia being relegated from the Bundesliga last season, conceding 53 goals in 33 games and keeping just six clean sheets. He started every one of Arminia's games in the German top-flight last term, bar one due to Covid-19.. Ortega was on standby for Germany's Euro 2020 squad and has been previously linked with a move to Bayern Munich as a back-up to Manuel Neuer, according to Goal. More to follow... Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility