manchester united transfer news: Gianluigi Donnarumma eye Old Trafford

Gianluigi Donnarumma is reportedly interested in joining Manchester United, with Paris Saint-Germain closing in on the signing of a new goalkeeper.

Donnarumma is widely considered one of the best goalkeepers in the world and he has played a key role in PSG’s recent success.

The Italy captain made 47 appearances across all competitions last season, helping PSG win the Champions League, Ligue 1 and the Coupe de France as they became the first French club to win a continental treble.

However, Donnarumma is only under contract through 2026 and talks over a new deal appear to have stalled. According to a report from L’Equipe, PSG have agreed a deal to sign Lille goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier.

The report states that a fee of €40million (£35m) has been agreed for the 23-year-old, excluding bonuses. PSG are hoping to finalise the transfer in time for their European Super Cup clash against Tottenham on August 13.

As a result, Donnarumma looks set to leave Paris this summer and TEAMtalk are reporting that United have ‘formally registered their interest’. The report states that United believe a deal would be ‘very difficult’ at the moment, but that could change.

Donnarumma is said to be keen on a move to Old Trafford due to United’s stature, even though they will not be competing in the Champions League next season and are coming off the back of their worst Premier League finish.