In a recent press conference, goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma spoke openly about his major transfer from PSG to Manchester City. While on duty with the Italian national team, he shared his thoughts on working with new coach Pep Guardiola, his feelings about leaving Paris, and his goals for the future.
The key takeaway is that Donnarumma is enthusiastic about his new challenge at Man City, especially with the strong support from Guardiola. He holds no ill will towards his former club, PSG, and instead values the positive relationships he built there. He is now focused on improving his game and winning trophies for both his new club and his country.
🔵 A Fresh Start with Manchester City
Donnarumma expressed his excitement about joining the Premier League champions. He mentioned that being personally wanted by coach Pep Guardiola was a huge compliment and made him feel very proud. “To be wanted like this by the best club in the world can only make you proud,” he said, adding that he was thrilled to begin this new chapter in his career.
👋 Fond Farewell to PSG
When asked about his departure from PSG, Donnarumma explained that the decision came from coach Luis Enrique, who was direct and honest with him from the beginning. While he didn’t express disappointment, he emphasized how much the support from his teammates and the club’s environment meant to him. “Knowing the affection of the entire environment, of my teammates, made me proud of what I left behind,” he shared, reflecting on his positive four years in Paris.
🇮🇹 National Team Duty and Personal Growth
Donnarumma also spoke about his commitment to the Italian national team, expressing his desire to bring the team back to the top. He is happy to be reunited with coach Rino Gattuso, whom he knows from his time at AC Milan. Looking ahead, he is eager to improve his skills, especially his footwork, under the guidance of Guardiola. “I’m sure I can improve a lot under him,” he stated.
🏆 Focused on Future Trophies
Ultimately, Donnarumma’s goals are clear: to win as many trophies as possible. He is driven to achieve success with both Manchester City and the Italian national team. “We want to bring Italy back to where they deserve to be,” he said. He learned he was no longer in PSG’s plans at the start of the training camp but has since focused on this new journey, ready to work hard and pursue new challenges.
