In a groundbreaking move, Gianluigi Donnarumma is leaving Paris Saint-Germain to join Manchester City. This transfer was made possible after Ederson’s departure to Fenerbahçe, which cleared the path for the Italian goalkeeper. Both clubs have reached an agreement for the 26-year-old, marking a significant moment in football history.
Multiple sources confirm that the deal is finalized, although the exact fee remains undisclosed. The last known offer from Manchester City was around €15 million, while PSG initially sought €30 million for Donnarumma, whose contract was nearing its end.
A Historic Transfer Between Giants
This transfer is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first direct player transfer between PSG and Manchester City since both clubs were acquired by Gulf state investments—City in 2008 and PSG in 2011. Previously, the two clubs had only exchanged a handful of players in the early 2000s or at the youth level, making Donnarumma the first major player to make this leap in the modern era.
For PSG, this exit is a pivotal moment as they look forward to the future with the addition of Lucas Chevalier, a 23-year-old former Lille goalkeeper. For City, acquiring a proven European champion like Donnarumma adds significant depth to Guardiola’s squad, bolstering their ambitions for the upcoming season.
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