Manchester City's pursuit of the Premier League title and FA Cup glory has hit a setback as goalkeeper Ederson is ruled out due to a fractured eye socket sustained during a collision in Tuesday's match against Tottenham Hotspur.
The 30-year-old Brazilian international expressed dissatisfaction at being substituted in the 69th minute following the incident involving Spurs' Cristian Romero.
With City poised on the brink of securing a fourth consecutive Premier League title, their upcoming clash against West Ham United on Sunday carries immense significance.
A victory in this fixture, or parity with Arsenal's result against Everton, will cement their league triumph. Additionally, the looming FA Cup final against Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on May 25 intensifies the stakes for the club.
Stepping into Ederson's shoes for these critical encounters will be Stefan Ortega, whose commendable performance as a substitute in the Tottenham match showcased his capabilities.
Stefan Ortega
Ortega's consistent presence in previous FA Cup and Carabao Cup fixtures over the past two seasons positions him as a reliable option, even in the absence of Ederson.