Official – Donnarumma leaves PSG and signs for Manchester City! | OneFootball

Gianluigi Donnarumma, the 26-year-old goalkeeper for Paris Saint-Germain (contract until 2026), was at the heart of rumors this summer with talks of a contract extension ultimately stalling and the arrival of Lucas Chevalier (23 years old, French National Team) from Lille to replace him. He has found a very promising way out, with Manchester City. The transfer was made official this Monday, the last day of the transfer window.

This is a significant departure, a real surprise if we look back just a few months... And less so for some last January. Donnarumma experienced highs and lows at PSG, with periods of intense criticism (such as after the elimination against Real Madrid with a turnover to Karim Benzema, even though the referee could have called a foul...). During the winter, some were calling for his departure, especially with Chevalier in mind as his replacement.

Paris made this choice for technical reasons highlighted by coach Luis Enrique (one might think of his footwork and comfort playing far from his line). The negotiations for an extension may have played a role as well. But between the criticism and this departure, Donnarumma managed decisive saves in the Champions League, helping to secure a historic title.

We can only thank him for his time at the club, which he leaves as a legend, perhaps a little misunderstood at times. We wish him all the best at Manchester City, while PSG will now rely on Chevalier.

As a reminder, Donnarumma's transfer to the Premier League is reported in the media to be around 30-35 million euros fixed, plus a few million in bonuses.

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