{"id":341129,"date":"2025-08-13T12:26:16","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T12:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/341129\/"},"modified":"2025-08-13T12:26:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T12:26:16","slug":"man-united-can-hijack-gianluigi-donnarumma-transfer-amid-man-city-agreement-as-psr-truth-clear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/341129\/","title":{"rendered":"Man United can hijack Gianluigi Donnarumma transfer amid Man City &#8216;agreement&#8217; as PSR truth clear"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Gianluigi Donnarumma and Manchester City have reportedly agreed on personal terms, but Manchester United are also said to have held talks with the player&#8217;s agent<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1755087972_834_0_Chelsea-FC-v-Paris-Saint-Germain-Final-FIFA-Club-World-Cup-2025.jpg\" alt=\"Gianluigi Donnarumma and the Manchester United club crest\" loading=\"eager\"  \/>Gianluigi Donnarumma and the Manchester United are said to have held talks through the player&#8217;s agent, Enzo Raiola(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Manchester United can still sign Gianluigi Donnarumma during this <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/summer-transfer-window\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"summer transfer windowLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">summer transfer window<\/a> despite their net spend being close to \u00a3200million.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Donnarumma is due to leave Paris Saint-Germain, after being dropped by Luis Enrique for the UEFA Super Cup. The move comes after PSG signed Lucas Chevalier from Lille as their new number one.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/manchester-city-fc\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Manchester CityLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester City<\/a> and <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/manchester-united-fc\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Manchester UnitedLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester United<\/a> are two clubs credited with an interest in the Italy international, whose agent has not ruled out a move to the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/premier-league\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Premier LeagueLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Premier League<\/a> either. City have already re-signed <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/james-trafford\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"James TraffordLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">James Trafford<\/a> from Burnley, but speculation still surrounds the futures of <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/ederson\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"EdersonLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Ederson<\/a> and <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/stefan-ortega\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Stefan OrtegaLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Stefan Ortega<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">The club, however, <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/sport\/football\/transfer-news\/man-city-transfer-stance-gianluigi-32255092\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"would prefer to keep the BrazilianLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">would prefer to keep the Brazilian<\/a> despite not denying interest in Donnarumma. In a statement issued on Tuesday night, the goalkeeper appeared to confirm his upcoming departure from the Parc des Princes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">&#8220;To the special Paris fans,&#8221; he wrote. &#8220;From the first day I arrived, I gave everything \u2013 on and off the pitch \u2013 to earn my place and defend the goal of Paris Saint-Germain. Unfortunately, someone has decided that I can no longer be part of the group and contribute to the team\u2019s success. I am disappointed and disheartened.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">&#8220;I hope to have the opportunity to look the fans at the Parc des Princes in the eyes one more time and say goodbye as it should be done. If that doesn\u2019t happen, I want you to know that your support and affection mean the world to me, and I will never forget it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">&#8220;I will always carry with me the memory of all the emotions, the magical nights, and of you, who made me feel at home. To my teammates \u2013 my second family \u2013 thank you for every battle, every laugh, every moment we shared. You will always be my brothers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">&#8220;Playing for this club and living in this city has been an immense honour. Thank you, Paris.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL package<\/p>\n<p>This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/affiliates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/0_Sky-Factbox.jpg\" alt=\"Content Image\" fetchpriority=\"auto\"\/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a343<\/p>\n<p>\u00a335<\/p>\n<p>Sky<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"AffiliateContent_content-buy-btn__xWiVO buy-btn\" aria-label=\"Buy button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=11005&amp;awinaffid=213635&amp;campaign=&amp;clickref=Regionals-FootballLondon&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sky.com%2Fdeals&amp;platform=pl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\">Get Sky Sports here<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Sky has slashed the price of its <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=11005&amp;awinaffid=213635&amp;campaign=&amp;clickref=Regionals-FootballLondon&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sky.com%2Fdeals&amp;platform=pl\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Essential TV and Sky Sports<\/a> bundle ahead of the 2025\/26 season, saving members \u00a3192 and offering more than 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Sky will show at least 215 live Premier League games next season, an increase of up to 100 more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lequipe.fr\/Football\/Actualites\/Mercato-gianluigi-donnarumma-a-echange-avec-pep-guardiola-et-possede-un-accord-avec-manchester-city\/1584793\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"L&#039;EquipeLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">L&#8217;Equipe<\/a> claims City wanted Donnarumma last season and the report adds both Manchester clubs have been in talks with the player&#8217;s agent, Enzo Raiola, for several months. The publication now reiterate reports in Italy that Donnarumma already has an agreement with the former after speaking to <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/pep-guardiola\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Pep GuardiolaLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Pep Guardiola<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">But nevertheless, United still have the financial ability to make a move should they decide to do so. PSG reputedly want less than the \u00a348m they have committed to Chevalier for their former first-choice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/sport\/football\/transfer-news\/how-much-man-united-left-32249567\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">According to Reach PLC&#8217;s chief business of football writer Dave Powell<\/a>, United may well be able to afford such an outlay after only adding \u00a340m to their balance sheet in terms of amortisation costs this summer, and still having around half of their revolving credit facility with multiple lenders that totals \u00a3300m able to be drawn down. The club are not unduly concerned about breaching <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/premier-league\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Premier LeagueLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Premier League<\/a> profitability and sustainability rules (PSR) for the current period.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Their confidence will come from the expectation of sales before this window closes. Departures for <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/alejandro-garnacho\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Alejandro GarnachoLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Alejandro Garnacho<\/a> and <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/rasmus-hojlund\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Rasmus HojlundLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Rasmus Hojlund<\/a> would help offset their existing outlay. <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/jadon-sancho\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Jadon SanchoLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Jadon Sancho<\/a> moving on would also help save several million on wages, much like with <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/marcus-rashford\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Marcus RashfordLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Marcus Rashford<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">The noise coming out of United may be that a move for Donnarumma remains unlikely, but the balance sheet says otherwise.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1754407753_378_0_manchester-united-pre-season-guide-2025-26-4863-1-p.jpg\" alt=\"\"  \/>KICK OFF &#8211; Man United pre-season guide 2025\/26<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">The countdown is on to the 2025\/26 Premier League campaign &#8211; and our <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk\/football-pre-season-guides-202526-75-c.asp?utm_source=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025-Reachwide&amp;utm_medium=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025-Reachwide-Factbox&amp;utm_campaign=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025&amp;utm_id=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">pre-season guide<\/a> is the ideal way to prepare for the action ahead.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">As well as in-depth analysis and opinion on your club, we turn the spotlight on every team battling for top-flight glory &#8211; or simply survival in the toughest league in the world!<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Also full fixtures guide so you don&#8217;t miss a game in what is set to be a thrilling season.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Get your copy <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk\/football-pre-season-guides-202526-75-c.asp?utm_source=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025-Reachwide&amp;utm_medium=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025-Reachwide-Factbox&amp;utm_campaign=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025&amp;utm_id=EPL+Pre+Seasons+2025\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">NOW<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Here at The Manchester Evening News, we are dedicated to bringing you the best <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/all-about\/manchester-united-fc\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester United<\/a> coverage and analysis.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh  undefined\">Make sure you don&#8217;t miss out on the latest United news by joining our free WhatsApp group. 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