Revealed: What Donnarumma told Guardiola after Manchester City move | OneFootball

Gianluigi Donnarumma made his debut for Manchester City today in a 3-0 Manchester derby victory over fierce rivals United.

Goals from Phil Foden and Erling Haaland were enough for Pep Guardiola’s side to secure all three points.

However, Donnarumma put in a strong performance, making a good save to deny Bryan Mbuemo in the second half.

Speaking to the press after the game, Guardiola praised his new signing, with quotes via Oli Thomas on X.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 14: Gianluigi Donnarumma of Manchester City celebrates after Erling Haaland (not pictured) scored their sides second goal during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Manchester United at Etihad Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

City boss Guardiola reveals what Donnarumma told him

“We know we have brought in a player with incredible experience, an Italy international,” the coach said, “he told me that he was happy to come to the Premier League and enjoy a new adventure.”

“We’re really pleased he wanted to join us,” the Catalan coach added.

Donnarumma joined on deadline day in a deal worth a reported €27 million.

He signed a four-year deal that will keep the Italian in Manchester until 2029.

Despite playing a major role in PSG lifting the Champions League for the first time last season, Donnarumma was essentially forced out of the club.

MUNICH, GERMANY – MAY 31: Luis Enrique, Head Coach of Paris Saint-Germain, looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League Final 2025 between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale Milano at Munich Football Arena on May 31, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Head coach Luis Enrique encouraged his club to purchase a goalkeeper who he considers to be more in-line with his style of play.

PSG picked up Lucas Chevalier from Lille and Donnarumma left the French capital to join Manchester City as a result.