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Hans India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Hans India
Donnarumma's agent slams PSG for showing ‘zero respect' by axing goalkeeper from squad
New Delhi: Gianluigi Donnarumma's agent Enzo Raiola has revealed he was shocked after Paris Saint-Germain showed 'zero respect' by axing the Italian goalkeeper from the squad ahead of their UEFA Super Cup fixture against Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday. Donnarumma played a major role in PSG's historic treble campaign and his heroics in the UEFA Champions League saw the Parisians lift the coveted title for the first time in club history. At just 26 years of age, many are questioning the decision to let a player of his calibre leave. Reports suggest Manchester City and Manchester United are interested in securing his signature. 'We are shocked by PSG. There's zero respect by the club after four years together. PSG had made various demands. In the end, we accepted an offer lower than Gigio's current salary because he wanted to stay. Then they changed the rules, and at that point, we broke off negotiations to meet again after the Champions League final. We met again before the Club World Cup, and they confirmed their willingness to continue. We didn't expect what happened in the last ten days. "I understand the need to buy a new goalkeeper, but dismissing Gigio after everything he's done for the club is a huge lack of respect that I will assess with my lawyers. Beyond the fact that it was the coach who made this decision, he also works for the club, and my lawyers and I want to better understand their position," Raiola told Sky Italy. Donnarumma confirmed he will be leaving the club through social media on Tuesday, and claimed 'someone has decided' he is no longer a part of the side. "To the special Paris fans, from the first day I arrived, I gave everything -- on and off the pitch -- 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's success. I am disappointed and disheartened,' the goalkeeper wrote on Instagram. Earlier in the day, PSG boss Luis Enrique said he was "100% responsible" for the "difficult decision" to leave Donnarumma out of the squad. "Donnarumma is one of the best goalkeepers in the world, no doubt, and even better as a person but this is the life of high-level footballers. I am 100% responsible for this difficult decision,' Enrique told Sky Italy
Metro
6 days ago
- Sport
- Metro
Gianluigi Donnarumma makes decision over Man Utd move after Man City approach
Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has reached an agreement to join Manchester City, according to reports in France. The Italy international says he has been left 'disappointed and disheartened' over the club's decision to sell him before the end of the summer transfer window. PSG have already signed a replacement for Donnarumma, with Lucas Chevalier joining from Lille in a deal worth €40 million (£34.6m) plus €15m (£12.9m) in add-ons. Donnarumma has now been left out of PSG's squad for their Super Cup final against Tottenham on Wednesday night as the 26-year-old attempts to find a new club. Both Manchester United and Manchester City have held talks with Donnarumma's agent, Enzo Raiola, over a possible move to the Premier League this summer. In The Mixer: Exclusive analysis, FPL tips and transfer talk sent straight to your inbox every week – sign up, it's an open goal. However, L'Equipe reports that Donnarumma has already spoken with Pep Guardiola and has reached a contractual agreement with City's hierarchy. The report adds that City are waiting for Ederson to finalise his move to Turkish side Galatasaray before pressing ahead with an offer to PSG. Donnarumma, whose contract with PSG expires next year, has also been open to joining Manchester United but Ruben Amorim's side have been unable to offload Andre Onana. Speaking before PSG's Super Cup final against Tottenham, Luis Enrique took responsibility for the decision that will see Donnarumma leave the club. 'Donnarumma is one of the best goalkeepers in the world, no doubt, and even better as a person,' Luis Enrique said. 'But this is the life of high-level footballers. I am 100 per cent responsible for this difficult decision. 'If it were easy, anyone would do it, these decisions have to do with the profile of the goalkeeper that my team needs.' Meanwhile, Donnarumma's agent has hit out at PSG over their conduct during negotiations over a new contract for the 26-year-old. 'We are shocked by PSG. There's zero respect by the club after four years together. PSG had made various demands,' Raiola told Sky Sport Italy. More Trending 'In the end, we accepted an offer lower than Gigio's current salary because he wanted to stay. Then they changed the rules, and at that point, we broke off negotiations to meet again after the Champions League final. We met again before the Club World Cup, and they confirmed their willingness to continue. We didn't expect what happened in the last ten days. 'I understand the need to buy a new goalkeeper, but dismissing Gigio after everything he's done for the club is a huge lack of respect that I will assess with my lawyers. 'Beyond the fact that it was the coach who made this decision, he also works for the club, and my lawyers and I want to better understand their position. 'A month ago, we were talking about renewing his contract, it's strange that in a month, the coach changed his mind about Gigio as a player. This is what saddens me the most and makes me think that in the end, it was better not to renew his contract.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Rio Ferdinand makes Premier League title, top four and Man Utd finish predictions MORE: Theo Walcott says £68m star should reject Arsenal transfer MORE: Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard warned he could be replaced by Mikel Arteta's £68m transfer target
Daily Mirror
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Donnarumma's agent has already ruled out one transfer as Man Utd talks emerge
Paris Saint-Germain star Gianluigi Donnarumma has been linked with a sensational summer switch to Manchester United and his agent has already offered his thoughts on a switch Gianluigi Donnarumma's agent has already dismissed one potential rival to Manchester United by ruling out a switch to Napoli. The Italian goalkeeper faces an uncertain future with European champions Paris Saint-Germain. He has just a year left on his deal with the French giants and despite PSG chiefs attempting to tie him down, an agreement has yet to be found. That has opened the door to United, rivals Manchester City and Real Madrid. Reports have also suggested that that Donnarumma has been discussing the prospect of a move to the Premier League with his Italian teammates. Meanwhile, Donnarumma's agent Enzo Raiola has already denied that talks have been held with Serie A champions Napoli, who were also credited with an interest. Speaking to Radio CRC via Calciomercato, he said: "It's pure fantasy. I've an excellent relationship with Director Giovanni Manna at [Napoli], but we've never discussed Gigio. "It's an obvious question; many would like him, but only a few can afford him. He feels good in Paris, we're at the European champion club, so we have no complaints. We are working on a renewal [with PSG]." He added: "His mother is a huge Napoli fan, and she gets anxious watching their games. Gigio is connected to that.' Another side who have been linked with Donnarumma is former club AC Milan. The 26-year-old originally left the club to complete a free transfer to PSG in 2021. And Raiola has claimed that he would be open to a return to the San Siro. He said: 'I have never ruled out interest from the top Italian clubs, but there has never been a negotiation, let's see. He is still young, I have to squeeze him for at least another 10 years. 'At the moment, however, it is very difficult to see Donnarumma in the Italian championship, I'm not just talking about numbers but also about the sporting project. In Italy, beyond Inter who reached the Champions League final, there are Milan and Juve who are struggling, they are in the process of reorganizing: these factors are fundamental. "A return to Milan? Why not? We took Pogba from Manchester United to Juventus and then back to Juventus. There are no impossible things. Milan, even if it is not at its best, is always a very respectable club, which Gigio will always thank. They pampered and raised him, so Gigio will always have an important affection and gratitude towards the Rossoneri.' Donnarumma has already spoken out on his own future and refused to commit his future to PSG. He said: 'New deal or leaving? We will see what happens… I don't know. It's time to enjoy this magic season now. I will go on holiday and then we will see.' Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Metro
03-06-2025
- Business
- Metro
Gianluigi Donnarumma's agent responds to talk of shock PSG exit
Gianluigi Donnarumma was one of the stars of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League-winning campaign, but the goalkeeper has been linked with a summer exit. The Italian may have had very little to do in the 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan in the final, but he was superb during the competition, starring as the French side beat the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal. Still just 26 years old, Donnarumma has now added the Champions League to his CV which already boasts four Ligue 1 titles and the European Championship won with Italy in 2021. His future is in question, though, as his contract in Paris only runs until the summer of 2026, alerting the attention of interested parties. As one of the best goalkeepers on the planet, there would be no shortage of suitors for Donnarumma, with the likes of Premier League giants Manchester City and Serie A champions Napoli linked with a move. The possibility of a return to Italy with Napoli was put to the player's agent, Enzo Raiola, and while he noted that Donnarumma's mother is a fan of the club, the idea is fanciful. 'His mother is a huge Napoli fan, and she gets anxious watching their games. Gigio is connected to that,' Raiola told Radio CRC via 'He grew up as a Milan supporter, watching his older brothers in a Rossoneri shirt, but he never denied his roots. 'It's pure fantasy. I've an excellent relationship with Director Giovanni Manna, but we've never discussed Gigio.' Raiola also pointed out that there are few clubs who could meet his client's demands and that talks over a new deal with PSG are ongoing. 'It's an obvious question; many would like him, but only a few can afford him,' said the agent. 'He feels good in Paris, we're at the European champion club, so we have no complaints. We are working on a renewal.' Donnarumma was pushed on his future immediately after winning the Champions League in Munich last weekend. Still on the pitch after the triumph, he told Sky Italia: 'New deal or leaving? We will see what happens… I don't know. 'It's time to enjoy this magic season now. I will go on holiday and then we will see.' French publication Foot Mercato have also linked Bayern Munich and Real Madrid with a move for Donnarumma, if he does not extend his stay in Paris. More Trending The likelihood is that he remains with PSG, though, with the player making it clear that his preferred option is to sign a new contract. 'There are a lot of rumours, but the truth is that I am happy here,' he said. 'I feel appreciated by everyone here, the club has a lot of respect for me. 'I am very happy, I now have my bearings here, my priority is therefore to extend.' MORE: Martin Zubimendi raises doubt over £50m Arsenal transfer after medical claim MORE: Rio Ferdinand reacts to Liam Delap snubbing Manchester United move for Chelsea transfer MORE: Timo Werner given shockingly low price tag with RB Leipzig desperate to sell
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Agent: ‘Only a few can afford' Donnarumma
Gianluigi Donnarumma's agent, Enzo Raiola, says 'only a few' can afford the Italy captain, and that rumours of a move to Napoli are 'pure fantasy.' Donnarumma returned to Coverciano on Monday to begin preparation for the World Cup qualifiers. Advertisement 'We hope Italy won't miss the next edition,' his agent Enzo Raiola told Radio CRC via 'We don't deserve to be left out of the World Cup three times in a row. Hopefully, this will be the right one.' Donnarumma has just won the Champions League with PSG, lifting the cup with the big ears for the first time in his career. 'Fans in Paris always loved Gigio, but the criticism comes more from Italy,' said Raiola. 'In the last Champions League matches, he was truly decisive.' What Donnarumma told his agent after 2025 Champions League win epa12147986 Marcus Thuram (#9) of Inter heads wide during the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Internazionale Milano in Munich, Germany 31 May 2025. EPA-EFE/FRIEDEMANN VOGEL What did the goalkeeper tell his agent on Saturday after beating Inter 5-0 in the Champions League Final? Advertisement ''We did it, ' and he hugged me,' Raiola revealed. 'I believed in him and told him so from the very beginning. It was his dream to reach the top of Europe, and he made it. Few words, but they say everything.' There has been speculation that Donnarumma could be set for a move to Napoli also because he's from Castellammare, a town in the Metropolitan City of Naples. 'His mother is a huge Napoli fan, and she gets anxious watching their games. Gigio is connected to that,' Donnarumma's agent admitted. 'He grew up as a Milan supporter, watching his older brothers in a Rossoneri shirt, but he never denied his roots. In fact, his first stop during the holidays is always Castellammare.' Donnarumma agent: 'Only a few can afford' Italy captain BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – APRIL 15: Gianluigi Donnarumma of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates at full-time following the team's victory and subsequent progression in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final Second Leg match between Aston Villa FC and Paris Saint-Germain at Villa Park on April 15, 2025 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by) However, he has never been in talks with the new Serie A winners. Advertisement 'It's pure fantasy. I've an excellent relationship with Director Giovanni Manna, but we've never discussed Gigio. Lastly, Raiola confirmed his client has already received several offers. 'It's an obvious question; many would like him, but only a few can afford him. He feels good in Paris, we're at the European champion club, so we have no complaints. 'We are working on a renewal [with PSG].' Donnarumma kept 12 clean sheets in 40 PSG appearances this season, conceding 39 goals.
