Manchester United are reportedly the ‘frontrunners’ to signal Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, as per a current report.
After leaving AC Milan as a free agent, the 26-year-old joined Les Parisiens again in 2021. Since transferring to Parc des Princes, he has been the first-choice goalkeeper for the French giants, profitable a number of league titles, a Champions League trophy, and several other different main cup competitions.
Nonetheless, hypothesis surrounding his future has began rising on this window as his current deal is about to run out on the finish of subsequent marketing campaign. As per a current report (by way of Corriere dello Sport), PSG have supplied a brand new contract proposal to the Italian as he desires to proceed on the French capital.
Nonetheless, the wage proposal is decrease than his present wage, as Luis Campos has carried out a wage cap since turning into their sporting director. Donnarumma isn’t pleased with the provide, and PSG have determined to go for Lucas Chevalier to switch the previous AC Milan star.
PSG are able to cash-in on Donnarumma to keep away from shedding him free of charge subsequent 12 months, with each Manchester United and Manchester Metropolis registering their curiosity.
Having not too long ago signed James Trafford from Burnley, the Residents won’t go for a brand new goalkeeper. Due to this fact, United are at present the ‘frontrunners’ on this race.
Donnarumma to Man Utd
Man Utd have been in search of a brand new shot-stopper to switch Andre Onana, following his error-ridden performances since becoming a member of from Inter Milan a few years in the past. Altay Bayindir is the backup possibility and was given an opportunity final time period to show his price. Nonetheless, his performances weren’t convincing sufficient.
Donnarumma, standing at 6ft 5in tall, displayed spectacular performances within the Champions League final marketing campaign and helped PSG turn out to be the European Champions.
He’s nonetheless very younger and might simply play for another decade, particularly given that he’s a goalkeeper. Due to this fact, the 26-year-old may be a shrewd acquisition for Man Utd ought to they buy him.
Nonetheless, Donnarumma, valued at round £34m by Transfermarkt, is anticipated to demand a giant wage bundle to affix and United’s new administration don’t need to hand huge wages to new gamers. Due to this fact, agreeing on private phrases with him may very well be troublesome.
