Today, Donnarumma is out of the PSG project with one year left in his contract which runs until the summer of 2026. So what happened in the last few weeks? Why are the European champions willing to let him go?

Important developments for Gianluigi Donnarumma, as PSG and Manchester City have started direct talks, with a possible agreement for half the original €45-50m asking price. There has been significant progress in this situation, as over the last 48 hours Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City have begun to speak directly about a transfer fee.

Gianluigi Donnarumma has enjoyed a world-class career since joining Paris Saint-Germain, but the French giants have moved swiftly this summer to distance themselves from the Italian goalkeeper, and a transfer feels imminent.

The UEFA Super Cup sets the start of the 2025-26 season in Europe with PSG, the current Champions League holders, taking on Tottenham Hotspur, the current Europa League holders. Gianluigi Donnarumma will not play against Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Super Cup.

The 26-year-old goalkeeper is reportedly seeking a long-term move, with Manchester United, Manchester City, and Chelsea all monitoring the situation. L’Equipe reported that Donnarumma has already agreed to terms with Manchester City and spoken directly with Pep Guardiola.

Gianluigi Donnarumma looks sure to depart PSG this summer, with both Manchester United and Manchester City interested, and the Italian's transfer activity has caused a stir in the past