Donnarumma Calm ‘No Problem’ Reassurance as PSG Contract Talks Continue

Man Utd‑linked Gianluigi Donnarumma shrugs off ‘sign‑or‑be‑sold’ ultimatum amid ongoing PSG negotiations

Paris has never been short on drama, and the Parc des Princes is once again the stage for a saga that could ripple across Europe’s biggest clubs. Gianluigi Donnarumma, the towering Italian who back‑stopped Paris Saint‑Germain to their maiden Champions League crown in 2025, is into the final 12 months of his deal. Rumours of a “sign or be sold” ultimatum swirl, Manchester United and Manchester City are said to be circling, and yet the 26‑year‑old goalkeeper has offered only a relaxed smile and three words: “No problem.”

It might be the most Donnarumma response imaginable. From the moment he burst onto the scene at AC Milan as a wide‑eyed teenager, the Campania‑born keeper has projected a serenity that belies his age. Now a seasoned veteran of almost a decade in senior football, he remains unflappable—even with Europe’s richest clubs looking on and the Parisian hierarchy keen to resolve his future before the summer window gathers pace.

A contract clock that is ticking loudly

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PSG’s stance is simple: allow a cornerstone talent to drift towards free agency in 2026, and they risk a repeat of the uncomfortable stand‑offs that have become all too common in the modern game. Club sources insist there is genuine confidence an agreement will be reached, especially after Donnarumma’s man‑of‑the‑match displays en route to last season’s Champions League triumph. Still, the same voices acknowledge that the clock is ticking.

A tight timeline often spooks clubs into drastic measures. In Donnarumma’s case, French outlets have suggested sporting director Luís Campos is willing to draw a line in the sand—either Donnarumma puts pen to paper this summer or PSG explore a blockbuster sale while his stock is sky‑high. It is a stance both pragmatic and ruthless, typical of a super‑club no longer content merely to dominate Ligue 1.

United and City: two very different goalkeeping puzzles

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All of which leaves the two Manchester powerhouses in an intriguing position. Manchester United have been linked with Donnarumma since his Milan days, and with André Onana’s performances blowing hot and cold last term, Old Trafford insiders are rumoured to see the Italian as the ideal long‑term anchor. United crave a modern sweeper‑keeper—someone comfortable pinging 60‑yard diagonals but equally capable of the acrobatic, highlight‑reel stop. In that sense, Donnarumma ticks every box.

Across town, Manchester City appear more settled with Éderson between the posts, yet whispers persist. Pep Guardiola has never shied away from reshaping a winning team, and the chance to land a 26‑year‑old widely tipped to become the world’s premier goalkeeper for the next decade could tempt any sporting director. Even City’s enviable depth looks thin when faced with a generational talent potentially on the market.

Crucially, neither club has made a formal approach. For now, both watch and wait—aware that forcing PSG’s hand too early could inflate an already eye‑watering valuation.

‘We’re advancing’: the words that set the tone

Fresh off a routine training session ahead of the Club World Cup group stage, Donnarumma faced the media with minimal fuss. No rehearsed statement, no hints of tension. “We’re advancing, we’re advancing,” he said of the negotiations. “My agent is speaking with the club. I’m focused on the trophy right now, but there is no problem.”

Those words might read as diplomatic filler, yet seasoned observers will recognise the subtext: Donnarumma is content in Paris, confident leverage lies on his side, and in no hurry to tip his hand. After all, PSG need him every bit as much as he might need them.

A résumé still gathering silver and sparkle

Since swapping Milanese red and black for PSG’s bleu et rouge in 2021, Donnarumma’s tally of honours has ballooned. Four Ligue 1 titles, two French Cups, and, most importantly, that elusive Champions League medal secured after a dramatic penalty shoot‑out against Manchester City in Istanbul last May. His total of 155 appearances for the club is littered with last‑gasp saves and cross‑field passes that launch counter‑attacks in the blink of an eye.

Add Euro 2020’s Player of the Tournament award to the mix and the impression is clear: this is a special talent entering what should be his prime. No wonder PSG are determined to avoid the ugly optics of a drawn‑out contract saga.

PSG’s wider goalkeeping picture

Behind Donnarumma, Paris are blessed with depth—Keylor Navas remains an experienced deputy, and teenage prodigy Lucas Lavallée is rated highly by the coaching staff. Still, neither represents the same long‑term security. Navas is in the twilight of a glittering career; Lavallée is raw and untested on the biggest stages.

That context explains PSG’s firm stance. For a club with designs on sustained continental dominance, continuity in goal is essential. Donnarumma is more than just a shot‑stopper; he is the platform for their high defensive line, the release valve when opponents press high, the psychological wall every title challenger requires.

Financial chess and the Raiola factor

Of course, no high‑profile PSG negotiation is complete without talk of wage structures and bonuses. Donnarumma’s agent, Enzo Raiola, is well versed in extracting headline‑grabbing deals. PSG will be wary of allowing the salary bill to spiral—especially after cutting loose several high earners over the past two seasons—yet they recognise that elite goalkeepers command elite wages.

A reported weekly figure north of €400,000 has circulated in Italian and French media alike. While PSG can easily afford the outlay, agreeing on image‑rights clauses, performance bonuses, and release provisions often proves more complex than the headline salary itself.

What would a sale look like?

Enter the hypothetical transfer. If PSG decide the risk is too great and pivot to a sale, the starting price would likely exceed €90 million. That would smash the world‑record fee for a goalkeeper, currently the €80 million Chelsea paid for Kepa Arrizabalaga in 2018.

Would United or City jump that high? United, fresh from another trophyless campaign, may feel bold enough. City, flush with prize money but mindful of Financial Fair Play optics, might hesitate—unless Éderson angles for a fresh challenge. A continental giant such as Real Madrid could also lurk, especially if Thibaut Courtois’ injury troubles continue.

No problem—for now

For the moment, Donnarumma’s repeated “no problem” stands as both reassurance and challenge. It tells PSG there is no immediate crisis, yet it also hints that the ball is firmly in their court. Offer the right package, respect the keeper’s stature, and a deal will likely be inked before pre‑season ends. Drag their feet, and Europe’s elite will sense an opening.

Either way, Donnarumma holds the cards. He’s the champion goalkeeper who has seen off doubts before, who thrives under pressure, who saved two penalties in that seismic Istanbul shoot‑out. Whether clad in PSG’s dark navy, United’s iconic red, or City’s sky blue come 2026, one suspects he will still be standing tall, arms aloft, collecting medals—and maintaining that trademark calm.

In Paris, the contract clock keeps ticking; in Manchester, boardrooms remain on alert. Gianluigi Donnarumma, meanwhile, simply gets on with the day job—fit, focused, and confident there truly is “no problem.”