Manchester City have severed ties with cult hero goalkeeper Scott Carson, with the 39-year-old making just two appearances for the club.
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Carson first linked up with Blues in 2019Released as a free agent at 39 years of ageBettinelli being targeted as replacementFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Former England international Carson moved to the Etihad Stadium in 2019. He originally joined on loan, before completing a permanent free transfer in the summer of 2021. The veteran shot-stopper was always aware that he would be filling a back-up role in Manchester.
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His only competitive outings for City came in a Premier League clash with Newcastle in May 2021 and a Champions League last-16 encounter with Sporting the following season. Carson has been a popular figure behind the scenes throughout his time with the Cityzens.
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Carson formed part of squads that won 12 major trophies, including a historic run of four successive Premier League titles. In a statement confirming his departure, those at the Etihad said: “Everyone at Manchester City would like to thank Scott for his hard work and dedication and wish him the very best of luck for the future.”
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According to , City are looking to bring in Chelsea keeper Marcus Bettinelli as Carson’s replacement. The 33-year-old is third choice at Stamford Bridge, with just one appearance – in a 2022 FA Cup clash with Chesterfield – under his belt.