Pep Guardiola is reportedly considering Gianluigi Donnarumma as a potential addition to Manchester City’s squad. The 25-year-old Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper has caught the attention of the Premier League champions, potentially marking a significant career crossroads for the Italian international.
Calciomercato report how Donnarumma, who joined PSG on a free transfer from AC Milan in 2021, faces increased competition at the Parisian club following the arrival of Matvej Safonov. This development, coupled with the allure of playing in the Premier League under Guardiola’s guidance, has opened up new possibilities for the goalkeeper.
Manchester City’s interest in Donnarumma is closely tied to the uncertain future of their current first-choice goalkeeper, Ederson. The Brazilian has been the subject of intense interest from Saudi Arabian clubs, particularly Al-Ittihad, following an earlier approach from Al-Nassr. Should Ederson depart, City are keen to have a high-caliber replacement lined up.
Donnarumma’s contract with PSG runs until 2026, and there had been preliminary discussions about a potential extension before Euro 2024. However, the landscape has shifted with PSG’s €20 million acquisition of Safonov, who shares Donnarumma’s birthdate.
While Donnarumma is intrigued by the prospect of playing in the Premier League, he currently prioritizes his commitment to PSG. His agent, Enzo Raiola, recently praised Donnarumma as the world’s best in his position and emphasized PSG’s appreciation for the goalkeeper.