‘Disappointed and disheartened’ — Donnarumma confirms PSG exit

By Martin Graham

Gianluigi Donnarumma has introduced that his time with Paris Saint-Germain is over, delivering an emotional farewell to teammates, supporters, and the person who he says determined he ought to not stay on the membership.

All summer season, the Italy worldwide’s future has been a subject of hypothesis. Whereas he made clear his intention to proceed in Paris, talks over a contract renewal stalled due to disagreements on a revised wage plan. As a substitute of extending his keep or permitting him to go away free of charge when his present contract ends subsequent yr, the membership moved to herald Lille’s Lucas Chevalier as their new first-choice goalkeeper.

Simply three months after serving to PSG win a historic quadruple – which included their first Champions League trophy – Donnarumma says he’s leaving towards his needs.

Farewell message to followers and teammates

In a publish on social media, Donnarumma thanked PSG’s supporters, saying that from the day he arrived, he had given the whole lot each on and off the pitch to defend the workforce’s aim. He acknowledged that “somebody has determined” he can not be a part of the squad, calling the state of affairs “disappointing” and “disheartening.”

The assertion adopted his omission from the UEFA Tremendous Cup squad towards Tottenham Hotspur, with head coach Luis Enrique explaining, “Donnarumma is out of the squad because it’s my very own determination. I’m 100% accountable.”

The goalkeeper expressed his hope to say a correct goodbye in entrance of the followers on the Parc des Princes, although he acknowledged it could not occur. He assured supporters that their affection has meant the whole lot to him and that he’ll all the time bear in mind the feelings and particular nights they shared.

Donnarumma additionally addressed his colleagues, calling them his “second household” and thanking them for his or her battles, laughter, and shared moments.

Profession in Paris and future prospects

Since becoming a member of PSG in July 2021, Donnarumma has made 161 appearances and picked up 10 trophies. His performances through the 2024–25 marketing campaign earned him a nomination for the Yashin Trophy.

He closed his message by describing his time on the membership and within the metropolis as a fantastic honor, providing one ultimate “thanks” to Paris.

The place he’ll play subsequent stays undecided, although current hyperlinks have related him with Manchester United, Chelsea, Inter, and Manchester Metropolis.