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Manchester United Monitor Donnarumma as PSG Pursue Goalkeeping Successor

Manchester United’s summer recruitment strategy continues to evolve, with the goalkeeper position now returning to the agenda. According to The Mirror, United are monitoring Gianluigi Donnarumma’s situation closely following developments in Paris, where PSG have reached a £34.9 million agreement to sign Lucas Chevalier from Lille.

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This potential arrival has created significant uncertainty around Donnarumma’s role at PSG. With just one year remaining on his contract and no new terms agreed, PSG are understood to be open to offers for the 26-year-old Italy international.

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Although Donnarumma told Sky Italia as recently as June, “My priority is to stay at PSG, I don’t think there will be any problems in the negotiations,” internal developments suggest otherwise. Luis Enrique’s team appear to be moving decisively to secure a new number one, leaving Donnarumma facing a potential exit.

United have been linked previously, and Ruben Amorim remains open to strengthening the goalkeeping department. Royal Antwerp’s Senne Lammens has also been discussed internally, with the Belgian seen as a promising back-up to Andre Onana.

However, Donnarumma’s potential availability changes the dynamic. Amorim benched Onana towards the end of last season following a string of costly errors, and although the Cameroonian is not expected to depart, the prospect of bringing in a proven international keeper is now firmly in play.

Private conversations suggest openness to England move

According to L’Equipe, Donnarumma has privately discussed a possible move to England with his Italy team-mates. That informal signalling has drawn attention from Manchester United and Manchester City, although the latter appear less likely to pursue a deal following their £27 million agreement to re-sign James Trafford from Burnley.

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Chelsea are also reportedly monitoring the situation, while Galatasaray have submitted an official approach. Napoli’s name has been floated in some circles, but Donnarumma’s agent Enzo Raiola was clear in addressing the speculation. “He feels good in Paris, we’re at the European champion club, so we have no complaints,” Raiola told Radio CRC. “We are working on a renewal.”

Still, Raiola left the door open. “At the moment, it is very difficult to see Donnarumma in the Italian championship… I have never ruled out interest from the top Italian clubs, but there has never been a negotiation, let’s see.”

Timing and value central to United’s thinking

The situation may ultimately come down to timing and value. PSG’s asking price is currently undefined, but any fee below the £50 million mark could tempt United, especially if Donnarumma expresses a willingness to join.

United remain focused on targeted reinforcements rather than wholesale change. Yet with key squad decisions pending and European ambitions on the line, the opportunity to sign a goalkeeper of Donnarumma’s calibre will be given due consideration in the coming days.

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Donnarumma’s name carries weight. He has won the Champions League, is Italy’s undisputed number one and, at 26, is just entering his prime. Compared to the inconsistencies of Onana last season, the Italian represents a significant upgrade in terms of reliability and big-game temperament.

The fact that Donnarumma has reportedly discussed a move to England privately is encouraging. It suggests there is at least a level of openness, and if PSG are willing to negotiate a fair fee, United should be ready to act.

There will be concern around whether this derails confidence in Onana, but competition at the top level is vital. If Amorim wants United to challenge again for trophies and return to the Champions League, then taking advantage of opportunities like this is crucial.

For once, United have a chance to make a smart move at the right moment. This would not be a panic buy. It would be a statement of intent.