Manchester United are in the market for additions this summer and could now look to strengthen a key position by signing a Champions League winner from Paris Saint-Germian, according to a report.
Man Utd looking to come back stronger next campaign
It goes without saying, but Manchester United endured a wretched season this term and could now look to change the feel of their side amid a fire sale that could see several first-team stars leave to make way for reinforcements.
Bruno Fernandes could depart Old Trafford for Saudi Pro League outfit Al Hilal amid recent reports, with Sporting Clube de Portugal’s Pedro Goncalves lined up as a replacement for the Red Devils captain.
Matheus Cunha is also on his way to the Premier League giants from Wolverhampton Wanderers. Even after factoring in his talent, his arrival won’t scratch the surface when evaluating the scale of rebuild needed for Ruben Amorim to perfect his 3-4-3 system.
The Portuguese boss is planning an intense pre-season that could see non-international players back in training earlier than usual to ensure his side has the fitness required to go the distance against their top-flight rivals.
Nevertheless, one minor detail that may offer some encouragement next term is Manchester United’s reduced fixture schedule, given that the global giants will have no European football in 2025/26.
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At face value, that is a disadvantage. Still, the ever-evolving calendar offers little room for elite players to enjoy recuperation, which may be just what the Red Devils need between challenging encounters.
With Manchester United expected to record a far better domestic campaign next season, Amorim isn’t messing around in his pursuit of proven quality.
Man Utd make Gianluigi Donnarumma approach
According to CaughtOffside, Manchester United have made an approach for Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after registering their interest in his services.
Out of contract in the French capital in 2026, Inter Milan, Juventus, and Manchester City are all watching closely as the Champions League winners struggle to agree on a new deal with the Italy international due to his wage demands.
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Gianluigi Donnarumma’s campaign in numbers (FBRef) |
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Ligue 1 statistics |
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Matches played |
24 |
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Goals against |
25 |
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Shots on target against |
74 |
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Save percentage |
67.6% |
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Champions League statistics |
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Matches played |
15 |
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Goals against |
14 |
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Shots on target against |
48 |
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Save percentage |
70.8% |
Said to be requesting around £8.4 million annually, Paris Saint-Germain are looking to offer around £5 million per year, leading to a disagreement that could pre-empt a surprise departure from the Parc des Princes.
Labelled “truly complete” by Jerome Alonzo, Donnarumma has recorded 12 clean sheets in 40 appearances during a momentous campaign for his side that ended in Champions League glory against Inter Milan, keeping a clean sheet in the 5-0 final triumph.
However, questions over his future continue to linger, and Manchester United are now in the mix to offer the former AC Milan star an opportunity to succeed Andre Onana between the sticks at Old Trafford.
