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Published on 2024-07-24 07:00:28
Manchester City will not be making a move for Gianluigi Donnarumma this summer, as confirmed by journalist Fabrizio Romano. Despite reports suggesting they had enquired about the PSG goalkeeper, Romano stated that Donnarumma is “not an option” for City. Instead, City are planning to make Stefan Ortega their No.1 if Ederson leaves the club, with the Brazilian international reportedly having accepted an offer from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad.
The transfer fee for Ederson is said to be a sticking point in negotiations between City and Al-Ittihad, with the club wanting between €50m and €60m for the goalkeeper. There is uncertainty surrounding the future of players like Kalvin Phillips, Joao Cancelo, Kyle Walker, and Matheus Nunes, with some potentially being offloaded if the right offer arrives. However, there is a sense that players like Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva are likely to stay at the club.
Overall, City’s focus seems to be on potential outgoings rather than bringing in big names like Donnarumma. With several players potentially leaving during the transfer window, City are looking to make strategic decisions to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
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