After the defeat of PSG (1-0) against
Bayern Munichnumerous post-match analyzes point the finger at the tenure of Matvey
Safonov instead of Gianluigi Donnarumma. In Italy, incomprehension is the order of the day, and explanations fail.
When the starting lineup was announced this Tuesday evening in Munich, the biggest surprise was at the goalkeeper position. Indeed, Matvey Safonov was established in place of Gianluigi Donnarumma. The Russian goalkeeper is the author of a bad aerial exit which allowed the
Bayern Munich to score and win. Thus, the tenure of the former Krasnodar
was more criticized, and not understood on the other side of the Alps. “ I think that Gianluigi Donnarumma is a great talent, but he has not progressed as expected. His problem is the kicking game. However, I don't understand the choice of Luis Enrique because Safonov is not flawless. However, I would be surprised if
Donnarumma becomes number 2. Afterwards I don't know what Luis Enrique think. But for last night, I don't understand his choice. Donnarumma remains one of the best goalkeepers in Europe“, said
Michele Tossanijournalist for Tuttosport and the Corriere della Serracontacted by our colleagues at Foot Market. In the same sense,
Valentina ClementeItalian journalist and follower of Paris Saint-Germain is surprised: “ If we have to redo the whole story to give a slightly broader framework, we know that at PSGthe goalkeeper position has always been a little different compared to other clubs. We have seen this in recent years with all the stories between Salvatore Sirigu,
Kevin Trapp, Keylor Navasetc … . Now it's the turn of Donnarumma. It's clear that he alternates between magnificent performances and slightly tougher situations with slightly “stupid” mistakes. It lacks a bit of continuity, it's true. In a situation like that of PSG currently in the Champions League, I think that Luis Enrique made a strong choice to demonstrate something. Surely fate turned against him like Safonov made a mistake that cost the match. I don't know to what extent this choice of not giving continuity to this position can be a win-win. This is not a good thing for everyone« .
A Donnarumma not at 100%?
If the choice of Luis Enrique is not understood by many in France and Italy, our colleagues fromRMC Sport claim that relatives of
Gianluigi Donnarumma put forward the state of health of the doorman to explain the choice: “ He has been ill and is probably not fully recovered.“. An intestinal virus which prevented the Italian from taking part in
Italy – France during the last international break.
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