Real Madrid is always listening to the transfer market, and even more when a free transfer is at stake. A prestigious name appeared, to the surprise of European giants.
After playing a key role in the triumph of Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League last season, the reputation of Gianluigi Donnarumma was hardly better. At 26, the Italian goalkeeper still has theoretically good years ahead of him, but PSG has now opened the door to a departure for the Italian international.
Contractual dispute with PSG
In this situation, it is not surprising that his agents require one of the best contracts on the market, although he already earns more than 10 million euros per year. Negotiations for a new contract seem to have failed, and with the arrival of Lucas Chevalier at the Parc des Princes, PSG is ready to separate from Donnarumma.
Donnarumma could leave PSG
According to Caught Offside, Manchester United would be his main pretender. PSG claims around 30 million euros for Donnarumma. The club wants to avoid losing it for free, while Donnarumma would require an annual salary of 18 million euros. Chelsea and Inter Milan are also interested.
For its part, Real Madrid follows the evolution of the situation. He is interested in a free Donnarumma transfer next summer, at the end of his contract. The Merengues have just extended the two -year contract of Thibaut Courtois, but the Belgian international will celebrate his 34th anniversary this season.
It remains to be seen if Donnarumma is ready to postpone the decision next summer, before the World Cup. He will not want to risk staying on the bench this season and will probably want guarantees on his courteous role is still in office. Real Madrid considered a transfer to Joan Garcia this summer, and Donnarumma would certainly be an ideal recruit next summer.
