Donnarumma's PSG Exit Sparks Transfer Speculation with Manchester City?

Gianluigi Donnarumma’s tenure at Paris St-Germain could be drawing to a close after he was omitted from the Uefa Super Cup final squad against Tottenham, following the club’s acquisition of Lucas Chevalier from Lille. The Italian shot-stopper, who was once viewed as a contender for the world’s best goalkeeper award, now faces an uncertain path forward. Manchester City has been linked to the 26-year-old, but the club has dismissed the rumors as speculation, stating they would consider a move only if Ederson, their current first-choice goalkeeper, leaves.

PSG’s head coach, Luis Enrique, recently indicated the team is seeking a "different profile" of goalkeeper, prompting Donnarumma’s agent, Enzo Raiola, to claim the player was willing to accept a reduced salary to stay in Paris. However, PSG sources refute this, asserting that the proposed terms would still place Donnarumma among the highest-paid keepers globally. Both parties aim to resolve the situation amicably, with PSG hoping to secure a transfer fee despite having signed Donnarumma for free four years ago.

Ederson’s future at Manchester City remains unclear, despite his 31-year-old contract nearing its end. While he has expressed commitment to the club, the absence of a formal offer has left his status in limbo. City’s goalkeeping department is crowded, with James Trafford and Marcus Bettinelli added this summer, raising questions about Stefan Ortega’s role. If Ederson departs, City would need a replacement, potentially drawing attention back to Donnarumma.

Evaluating Donnarumma’s suitability for Pep Guardiola’s system, analysts highlight his passing accuracy of 85.4% in Ligue 1, slightly below Ederson’s Premier League record but higher than Ortega’s. However, his save percentage of 66.2%—notably lower than his stature suggests—has raised concerns. Despite this, Donnarumma’s Champions League performance and penalty-saving record have earned praise, with Spanish expert Guillem Balague noting Guardiola’s belief in his potential to adapt to a more technical role.

Meanwhile, Manchester United and Chelsea are also in the mix. United, struggling with goalkeeper options, has shifted focus to midfield amid recent spending, while Chelsea’s Andre Onana and Robert Sanchez remain first-choice. Donnarumma’s move to City hinges on unresolved tensions at PSG and Manchester’s need for a successor to Ederson, but no formal talks have occurred yet.