Ederson Moraes has established himself as one of the top young goalkeepers in Europe, with a high degree of technical skill with his feet, quick reflexes, and superb distribution with goal kicks. The player is a member of Manchester City in the Premier League and the Brazilian national team. Following his association with Portuguese champions Benfica, he put up a string of excellent performances, playing a key role in the club’s 35th and third consecutive league title, as well as the Taca da Liga. In October 2017, he made his senior debut for Brazil against Chile in a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying match.

Ederson Moraes’ Childhood and Early Years

Ederson Moraes was born on August 17, 1993, in Osasco, Brazil, and grew up in the outskirts of the country’s largest metropolis. At the age of 11, he began his football career by joining one of the country’s most well-known youth teams, So Paulo FC. The following year, Ederson joined another youth club, Benfica, where he honed his skills in a variety of local events until joining Ribeirao in the Second Division in 2011.

Professional Career of Ederson Moraes

Ederson Moraes rose to prominence after joining Benfica, a Portuguese rival, on June 27, 2015. He signed a five-year contract with the club worth €500,000. (583,932.50).
Moraes’ best efforts with the club garnered him a lot of attention and helped the team win its 35th and third league title in a row. Following his great performance in the Taca da Liga final match versus Maritimo, his popularity grew even more.

In addition, he played in the UEFA Championship League. He won the treble of the Primeira Liga, Taça de Portugal, and Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira in his final season with the club.

Following his outstanding performance and tremendous success with the club, the accomplished goalkeeper signed a contract with top-flight Premier League club Manchester City for £35 million ($46,500,510), making him the second most expensive goalkeeper of all time. The deal also demonstrated Ederson’s importance and value.

Moraes was able to retain his outstanding form after supplanting Claudio Bravo as the team’s first-choice goalkeeper, preserving a clean sheet in a 0–2 away win over Brighton on August 12, 2017.

The International Career of Ederson Moraes

Ederson Moraes finally made his place in Brazil’s provision squad for one of the biggest platforms and tournaments, the Copa America Centenario, after a series of outstanding performances from the youth setup to several world-renowned clubs, but he did not play in the final squad due to his tragic injury.

In October 2017, the player made his entire international debut for his country against Chile in a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification match. He has also confirmed his position in Tite’s final 23-man FIFA World Cup 2018 roster.

Ederson Moraes’ Salary

Ederson Moraes has amassed a substantial fortune as a result of his great football career. According to some web sources, the footballer’s net worth is reported to be in excess of $3 million. He currently earns £8.6 million playing for Manchester City in England (11,412,492.40 United States Dollar).

Moraes is currently valued at about £45 million ($59,708,925) on the stock market.

Personal Life

Ederson Moraes is married to Lais Moraes, a stunning brunette. In June 2017, the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter called Yasmin Moraes.  On February 6, 2018, Sportswallah Moraes announced that he and his wife are expecting their second child via social media, showing off her baby belly.