Gianluigi Donnarumma Set for Manchester City Move After Medical in Italy

Gianluigi Donnarumma is ready to join Manchester City as their new goalkeeper. The Italian international will have his medical exam in Italy before joining the team after the international break.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Manchester City have agreed to sign Paris Saint-Germain‘s goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma for an initial €35 million, with €4 million in add-ons, totaling €39 million. As reported, Manchester City are in advanced talks to sign Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee of around €30-35 million recently updated. Donnarumma will have his medical exam in Italy and is expected to arrive in Manchester after the international break. City have decided to let Ederson leave, with the Brazilian goalkeeper set to join Fenerbahce. Donnarumma was wanted by several top European clubs, but City have secured the deal, and he will be a key part of Pep Guardiola’s plans for the upcoming season.

WHY CITY MADE THE MOVE

Manchester City have made significant changes this summer, with players like Kevin De Bruyne, Jack Grealish, and Kyle Walker leaving. Recently, James Trafford has been the main goalkeeper, but Donnarumma brings top-level experience. He has been a star for Italy and helped PSG win major trophies, including the Champions League and several domestic titles. At 26, he is already considered one of the best goalkeepers in Europe, known for performing well in important matches. However, there are concerns about how well he will fit into Guardiola’s system, as there are doubts about his passing and ability in the air, which are important skills for a goalkeeper at Manchester City. According to reports, City believe that Gianluigi Donnarumma is a better long-term option than Ederson, further supporting this transfer decision.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MAN CITY?

Manchester City are currently struggling in the Premier League table, with only three points from three matches. Their next game is against Manchester United, who are just one point ahead of City. City’s matches are set to become even more intense as the Champions League group stage is about to begin. They will be playing against Napoli in the opening match of the groups stage. Donnarumma is expected to compete with James Trafford for the starting role right away, as City aim to win both the Premier League and the Champions League. Ederson’s move to Fenerbahce is also expected to be finalized before the transfer window closes, ending his eight-year stay and 372 appearances with City. City recently rejected an offer of €12 million from Fenerbahçe for Ederson, indicating their determination to secure a higher fee for the keeper as reported.