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Gerónimo Rulli rejoins Manchester City from Marseille, receives Alvarez's support

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Gerónimo Rulli rejoins Manchester City from Marseille, receives Alvarez's support
Summary

Gerónimo Rulli has officially rejoined Manchester City from Ligue One club Marseille, signing a two-year contract subject to international clearance. The Argentine goalkeeper previously played for City in 2016 before being loaned to Real Sociedad. Rulli expressed his excitement about returning and emphasized the importance of the club's history with Argentine players, citing former stars like Sergio Aguero. He received a strong endorsement from current City player Julián Alvarez, who praised Rulli's decision to sign with one of the top clubs in the world. Rulli looks forward to competing with teammates Gianluigi Donnarumma and Marcus Bettinelli as the new season approaches.

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By the Numbers
  • •Rulli returns to Manchester City after a spell at Marseille.
  • •He signed a two-year deal pending international clearance.
  • •Rulli values the club's strong Argentine connection.
  • •Julián Alvarez recommended the move to Rulli.
  • •City's season begins with a Community Shield match this Sunday.
Latest Updates
  • 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Rulli: Joining City ‘an easy decision’
  • 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Alvarez seal of approval for Rulli’s City move
What they're saying
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Men's Team Rulli: Joining City ‘an easy decision’ Rulli put pen to paper on a two-year deal this morning, subject to international clearance, and arrives from Ligue One club Marseille.The 34-year-...

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Gerónimo Rulli couldn’t be happier to have returned to City. Men's Team Alvarez seal of approval for Rulli’s City move The Argentine goalkeeper has rejoined the Blues, subject to international cl...

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