Gianluigi Donnarumma, the 26-year-old goalkeeper who joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 with a contract until 2026 (following the end of his contract at AC Milan), is at the heart of the rumors. His extension is not forthcoming, and there is talk of a departure, along with Lucas Chevalier (23, Lille and French national team). Corriere della Sera took stock this Monday morning and confirmed that the Italian is not convinced by the formula proposed by PSG. He is also said to be a little annoyed by the lack of protection in difficult moments. While Paris has a firm stance.
« The goalkeeper did not feel protected by the club »
“CorSera: Gigio Donnarumma has refused #PSG’s offer to extend his contract, deeming this new model, which includes a fixed salary base and a large variable component, to be inappropriate.
The goalkeeper did not feel protected by the club during the difficult moments of his season. Both Manchester clubs are interested, and Paris wants to avoid a new Mbappé situation: either he extends, or he leaves.”
This is not impossible to believe. It even broadly corresponds to what has been said recently. But be careful, these are not certainties either. These are just rumors. They could be confirmed; it’s conceivable, given the media’s similarity. Except that we have already seen such cases fall apart with a response from the club or the player.
We remember Nuno Mendes (23-year-old left-back) choosing to sign for Manchester United… Except he extended his contract with PSG a few days after the rumors. So let’s wait and see for ourselves. It’s open until something concrete becomes available.
But it’s logical that this summer’s decision will be a strong one. Donnarumma will either extend his contract or leave, most likely. It remains to be seen whether this formula proposed by Paris is truly an obstacle.
