Manchester City have signed English goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli from Chelsea for a nominal fee on a contract lasting until 2026.
The move for the 33-year-old former Fulham stopper comes after the announcement on Monday that veteran keeper Scott Carson would be leaving City at the end of the month.
He will be City’s second signing of the summer after capturing left-back Rayan Air-Nouri from Wolves for £31m.
Bettinelli said after his arrival at the Etihad Stadium: “It’s an honour to sign for City. I have admired from afar what this club have achieved since Pep Guardiola arrived and now, I am excited to be a part of building on that success.
“I can’t wait to work with Pep, Xabi Mancisidor and the excellent goalkeepers already here and see their methods up close.
“Hopefully I can contribute in training, the dressing room and on the pitch as we look to win more silverware over the next year.”
Bettinelli, who had one year remaining on his contract at Stamford Bridge, joined Chelsea in 2021 but went on to make just one appearance.
He is expected to be a part of the City squad who fly to America for the Club World Cup this month.