Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has officially joined Manchester City in a deal worth £26 million. Following the announcement, his former club, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), shared a warm message to thank him for his time in Paris and celebrate his many achievements.
👋 A Gracious Farewell from Paris
PSG paid a heartfelt tribute to their former star, saying, “Thank you, Gigio.” The club acknowledged his five successful years, where he helped them win numerous titles. In their official statement, PSG expressed sincere gratitude for Donnarumma’s contributions and wished him the very best for the next chapter of his career with Man City.
🏆 A Storied Career with PSG
During his four seasons with the French champions, Donnarumma was a key player. He played in 161 games, keeping an impressive 56 clean sheets and winning 10 trophies. He was instrumental in the club’s historic “quadruple” win in the 2024-2025 season, making crucial saves in the Champions League against top teams like Liverpool and Arsenal. His outstanding performances also earned him personal awards, including being named the league’s Best Goalkeeper twice.
🇮🇹 From Milan Prodigy to National Hero
Before his move to Paris in 2021, Donnarumma made a name for himself at AC Milan, where he started his professional career. He also became a hero for the Italian national team, famously helping them win the UEFA Euro 2020. His incredible saves in penalty shootouts during the semi-final and final led to him being named the tournament’s best player, cementing his reputation as one of the world’s top goalkeepers.
➡️ A New Chapter in Manchester
With his transfer to Man City now complete, Donnarumma begins a new challenge in the highly competitive English Premier League. As he joins one of England’s top clubs, football fans will be watching closely to see him bring his talent and experience to a new team and a new league.
