Manchester City have completed the signing of Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain in a transfer worth £26 million. The 26-year-old has signed a five-year deal at the Etihad Stadium, becoming Pep Guardiola’s new first-choice shot-stopper after the departure of Ederson.
Donnarumma arrives in Manchester with an impressive résumé. A product of AC Milan’s academy, he made his Serie A debut at just 16 and went on to become Italy’s Euro 2020 hero, earning the tournament’s Best Player award. At PSG, he won multiple domestic trophies and gained valuable Champions League experience, further cementing his status as one of the top goalkeepers in world football.
The transfer marks a significant change in City’s approach. While Ederson was renowned for his distribution and ability to play out from the back, Donnarumma brings towering presence, quick reflexes, and outstanding penalty-saving skills. Guardiola now has a goalkeeper perfectly equipped for both high-pressure Premier League clashes and European nights.
Speaking about his move, Donnarumma said:
“I am thrilled to join Manchester City. This is a club with huge ambition, and I want to give everything to help achieve more success. Playing in the Premier League is a dream, and I cannot wait to get started.”
For Manchester City, this signing represents more than just a replacement—it’s a statement. Donnarumma’s arrival highlights the club’s commitment to staying at the very top of world football.