Gianluigi Donnarumma, the 26-year-old goalkeeper who joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 on a contract until 2026, is at the center of rumors. His contract extension has not been finalized, and he has been asked to leave after not being called up for the UEFA Super Cup against Tottenham, following the arrival of Lucas Chevalier (23, French national team) from Lille to replace him. While waiting to find out his next club, the Italian has posted an emotional farewell message.
There is a real sense of frustration, even anger, about the decision to let him go. In fact, he does not blame coach Luis Enrique for the decision, even though the latter took full responsibility for it that evening. There may be some details we are still missing, but the situation is fairly clear.
The coach wanted a goalkeeper who was even more suited to his style of play, and the contractual situation meant that it was time to make a decision. Especially with Chevalier’s rise. This does not detract from Donnarumma’s history at PSG; he will forever remain the decisive goalkeeper of the first Champions League. We hope that he will be able to visit the Parc des Princes for a better farewell.
