Manchester City are closely monitoring Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma as a potential replacement should Ederson leave the club this summer, according to Fabrice Hawkins.
The Premier League champions are reportedly in active discussions with Donnarumma’s representatives, with early negotiations already underway.
🚨EXCLUSIVE Manchester City is monitoring Gianluigi Donnarumma if Ederson leaves the club. Negociations ongoing with the goalkeeper’s side. Personal terms won’t be an issue as Donnarumma is keen on the move. pic.twitter.com/eWyxkQqRXK
— Fabrice Hawkins (@FabriceHawkins) August 12, 2025
Donnarumma Keen on Move
Sources suggest that personal terms are unlikely to be an obstacle in this transfer pursuit. Donnarumma, who has been PSG’s first-choice goalkeeper since joining from AC Milan in 2021, is said to be keen on a move to the Etihad Stadium. His openness to the transfer could accelerate Manchester City’s plans if Ederson decides to depart.
Ederson has been a vital part of Pep Guardiola’s side since his arrival in 2017, playing a crucial role in City’s domestic and European successes. However, recent speculation has linked the Brazilian with a potential exit, attracting interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Europe. Should he leave, City are determined to secure a world-class replacement to maintain their dominance, despite already signing James Trafford from Burnley.
Donnarumma, 26, boasts an impressive career résumé, including winning the Euro 2020 Player of the Tournament award and lifting multiple domestic trophies in Italy and France. Known for his towering presence, quick reflexes, and composure under pressure, the Italian international fits the profile of a goalkeeper capable of thriving in Guardiola’s system.
If the deal materialises, it would be one of the most high-profile goalkeeping transfers in recent Premier League history, potentially shaping City’s future between the posts for years to come.
