Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is set to join Manchester City on transfer deadline day, with reports suggesting the Premier League champions have agreed a €35 million ($41m) deal with French side Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
The 26-year-old Italian international has been eyeing a new challenge since PSG deemed him surplus to requirements despite his pivotal role in last season’s Champions League triumph.
PSG’s summer signing of 23-year-old Lucas Chevalier from Lille confirmed coach Luis Enrique’s preference for the young Frenchman as his first-choice keeper.
Meanwhile, Ederson’s departure after eight trophy-laden years at the Etihad paved the way for Donnarumma’s arrival.
The Brazilian shot-stopper had initially attracted interest from Galatasaray, but their bid was rejected.
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Instead, Turkish rivals Fenerbahce stepped in, agreeing a deal worth around £12m to secure his signature.
With Ederson’s move sealed, Manchester City have shifted focus to finalising Donnarumma’s transfer.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Italy international is scheduled for his medical on Monday afternoon before signing a long-term contract at the Etihad.
The move comes just days after Donnarumma bid farewell to PSG fans. Following their 1-0 Ligue 1 win over Angers, the keeper, omitted from the match-day squad, took to the Parc des Princes pitch to wave an emotional goodbye to the supporters.
Gianluigi Donnarumma was previously linked with Manchester United, but City have acted swiftly on deadline day to land the Italian, ensuring continuity between the posts as the new season unfolds.
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