Exclusive: Donnarumma direct talks start between PSG and Manchester City | OneFootball

Important developments for Gianluigi Donnarumma, as PSG and Manchester City have started direct talks, with a possible agreement for half the original €45-50m asking price.

There has been significant progress in this situation, as over the last 48 hours Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City have begun to speak directly about a transfer fee.

Donnarumma ground breaking territory for these clubs

epa12148313 Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma of PSG celebrates after winning the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Internazionale Milano, in Munich, Germany 31 May 2025. EPA-EFE/CHRISTOPHER NEUNDORF

It would be the first big transfer between these two rival clubs, but while the Champions League holders started out asking for €45-50m, Manchester City are clearly not going to pay that.

An agreement could be reached at the midway point, as Paris Saint-Germain would save on his huge salary, knowing that they risk losing him for free in a few months’ time.

LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 29: Gianluigi Donnarumma of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates after teammate Ousmane Dembele (not pictured) scores his team’s first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between Arsenal FC and Paris Saint-Germain at Emirates Stadium on April 29, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, Manchester City also continue the negotiations for the sale of Ederson to Galatasaray, as while the offer has reached €10-12m, the request remains a little bit higher.

During the last two weeks of the transfer session, the clubs should work out something to suit everyone.

What we can say is that Pep Guardiola wants Donnarumma, whether it is now or for free at the end of the season.