According to reports, Manchester United has started negotiations with the entourage of one of the best players in the world of football. This may be a deal that completely changes the game for Ruben Amorim’s team. Manchester United is still focused on adding a center-back and midfield player, but the goalkeeping position is still a hot topic, even if there have been rumors that Amorim is willing to support Andre Onana despite his difficulties from the previous campaign.
With new reports claiming that discussions have taken place between the group of PSG’s Gianluigi Donnarumma and Old Trafford transfer chiefs in recent hours, in what would be a spectacular transfer coup for United’s director of recruitment Christopher Vivell, that could all be about to change.
According to Italian publication Corriere dello Sport, United is currently the front-runner to sign Donnarumma after his position at PSG was threatened by the expected arrival of highly regarded Lille forward Lucas Chevalier. United and rivals Manchester City were reportedly leading the race for the world-class Italian goalkeeper, whose future was in doubt.
Manchester United remain keen on signing Gianluigi Donnarumma
L’Equipe claims that Donnarumma has informally talked with his Italian teammates about moving to England. Manchester United and Manchester City have taken notice of the informal signaling, but they seem less inclined to make a move now that they have agreed to pay £27 million to re-sign James Trafford from Burnley.
In the end, it can depend on value and time. Although PSG has not yet set a price, any sum under £50 million would entice United, particularly if Donnarumma indicates that she would be interested in joining.
This is promising because it has been rumored that Donnarumma has informally explored moving to England. If PSG is prepared to discuss a reasonable price, United should be prepared to take action. It implies that there is at least some transparency.
Although there may be worries that this may undermine Onana’s confidence, fierce competition is essential. Amorim needs to seize chances like these if he wants United to contend for titles and make it back to the Champions League.
