‘Head in his hands’ – Fears over James Trafford as Man City consider Gianluigi Donnarumma swoop


Manchester City will consider a move for Gianluigi Donnarumma when Ederson joins Galatasary, Talksport understands.

Ederson is considering a lucrative offer from the Turkish side.

East Rutherford, New Jersey-13. July: Gianluigi Donnarumma of Paris Saint-Germain watched the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 between Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain on July 13, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Bildfoto Agency/Getty Images)

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Donnarumma seems to leave PSG this summerCredit: Getty

The brutal axing of Donnarumma by PSG brought the city to the alarm, although he has already signed James Trafford again.

Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper is determined just a few months after winning the Champions League to leave the club.

Manchester United would also be interested in signing Donnarumma, but that would depend on finding a buyer for Andrea.

In an emotional explanation published on Tuesday, Donnarumma All-but confirmed that his days are counted in the French capital.

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“To the special Paris fans,” said Donnarumma.

“From the first day I arrived on, I gave everything-and next to the field to earn my place and defend the goal of Paris Saint-Germain.

“Unfortunately, someone decided that I can no longer be part of the group and can contribute to the success of the team. I am disappointed and discouraged.

“I hope to have the opportunity to look the fans in the parc of the Princes again in the eyes and say goodbye to how it should be done.

“If this does not happen, I want you to know that your support and affection mean the world for me, and I will never forget it. I will always remember all emotions, the magical nights and carry me at home.

“To my teammates – my second family – thank you for every fight, every laugh, every moment we shared. You will always be my brothers.

Donnarumma is targeted by MAN City, but every approach is in a large state

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Donnarumma is targeted by MAN City, but every approach is in a large stateCredit: Getty

“Playing for this club and living in this city was an immense honor. Thank you, Paris.”

At the beginning of the week, Donnarumma was left out of the PSG squad from the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday evening, which is on talk sport.

Instead, the French giants should see their new signing by Lucas Chevalier as No. 1 goalkeeper.

Talk sport understands that Donnarumma is open to switch to the Premier League.

Chelsea was associated with the European champion, but no discussions were held between the two parties.

However, talking understands that Donnarumma is only a goal for MAN City if your current No. 1 leaves this summer.

You will only take a step when Ederson leaves the Etihad

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You will only take a step when Ederson leaves the EtihadCredit: Getty

Everson has been City’s first choice for almost a decade since his participation in 2017.

What about James Trafford?

Pep Guardiola may be in an unpleasant position for Donnarumma.

Trafford only resigned in a deal worth £ 27 million weeks ago.

Talksport moderator Jeff Stelling reacted to City’s connections to Donnarumma and said: “The person with his head in his hands on the training area of City is James Trafford.

“When he hears these rumors, it has to influence it. He is with a real chance to start, maybe not every game until Ederson continues, but a real chance.

“And now he hears that?”

Trafford has just returned to MAN City with a large money contract

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Trafford has just returned to MAN City with a large money contractCredit: Getty

The ex-Burnley star came back to Etihad, with his old side winning a fight against Newcastle to sign it.

However, if Donnarumma follows him through the door, he could wish that it was the magpies who came out.

City still has Stefan Ortega in her books in the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

As if the fight for a starting place for Trafford would be difficult enough, Donnarumma’s arrival would make it harder.

Where was Eöder linked?

Man City is ready to leave Ederson left the club, although he says that his future is in the Etihad Stadium in June.

In the middle of reports about a move to Saudi Arabia in the early summer, the Brazilian said: “My future is here.

“Some friends send me a lot of news, but 99 percent are fake news. I understand you.

“You need the news to organize you like on social media or scold the news. I understand, but there is a lot of wrong news about my name.”

Since then, the Turkish giant Galatasaray have been for City for Ederson.

He is understood as their main goal and the talks are continued between the clubs.