Gianluigi Donnarumma, the 25-year-old goalkeeper who arrived at Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 with a contract running until 2026 (following the end of his own at AC Milan), is regularly called into question by fans and observers alike. However, his agent Enzo Raiola announced an extension on stand-by this week. L’Equipe asserts this Sunday that the intention is indeed to continue together, except that negotiations are difficult.
“His No. 1 option is to stay in the capital”.
“Luis Enrique’s recent management has led the Nazionale goalkeeper to question his future. He, who has never felt totally trusted by the Spaniard and his assistant goalkeeper Borja Alvarez, was troubled to see his status dented and to be pitted against Matveï Safonov, whose international credentials are second to none.
Despite the doubts raised by recent events and his genuine period of reflection, his No. 1 option is to stay in the capital. He feels at home here and has become an influential member of the dressing room.
“Not under the same conditions.
On the PSG side, we’re aware that he hasn’t always provided all the guarantees at major European tournaments, but Safonov’s arrival was aimed more at boosting him than replacing him. He remains one of the best specialists in the world, and the desire to extend his contract is shared.
But not on the same terms. The former Milanese’s contract, signed in 2021, is one of the last of the “old generation”. Soccer consultant Luis Campos has imposed a variable salary component based on the number of matches played on all contracts signed since 2022, which can represent up to a third of income. This is what Donnarumma is being offered today.”
While the trend in recent days seemed to be for a departure at the end of a blocked extension, this Sunday’s sports paper takes us by surprise. Nothing impossible to believe, since there is also a logic in continuing together, and the door has not been closed.
Donnarumma seems to really like PSG, at least his involvement in matches is appreciable. And, despite some criticism, he remains one of the best in his position. So the Parisian club may be looking to keep him, while pushing him to progress. Also, his “mistakes” are often greatly exaggerated by the media and fans.
Replacing him wouldn’t be easy, but there’s at least some sense in trying to lead a discussion. Without going overboard, of course. Now, let’s wait and see where the reflections and discussions lead. The Italian goalkeeper may be thinking of a new challenge one day. Nothing says it’s soon.
