Seeking to reshuffle the cards in the goalkeeper hierarchy, Luis Enrique opted for Matvey Safonov as starter, relegating Gianluigi Donnarumma to the bench. A choice that calls out, especially since the Italian goalkeeper seemed on the verge of extending his contract just a few weeks ago. This unexpected repositioning casts a shadow over Donnarumma's future within the Parisian club.
As the winter transfer period looms on the horizon, PSG seems to favor continuity. The capital club is working behind the scenes to lock down the future of its major talents. Contract extensions for key players like Ashraf Hakimi, Nuno Mendes or even Vitinha are already finalized, or in the process of being finalized, according to sources close to the matter. Gianluigi Donnarumma was supposed to follow suit but his situation has evolved.
Negotiations are slow for Donnarumma
Discussions around Gianluigi Donnarumma seem to be marking time, as indicated The Parisian. The management of PSGprobably cooled by the recent mixed performances of the Italian goalkeeper in the Champions League, seems hesitant to continue with the same confidence. A caution that is visibly shared Luis Enrique. The Spanish coach surprised everyone by choosing to start Matvey Safonov for the shock in the face of Bayern Munich this Wednesday evening. This bold choice reflects a desire to test new options in a context where the reliability of the last defense is becoming a crucial priority for the capital club.
Donnarumma wonders
Sidelined during the meeting against the RC Lens at the beginning of November, then once again left on the bench facing Toulouse on the last day of Ligue 1, Gianluigi Donnarumma is going through a delicate period Paris Saint-Germain. The Italian goalkeeper, centerpiece of the club not so long ago, is now questioning the confidence placed in him by Parisian decision-makers. According to information reported by The Teamthis situation could have much broader consequences. The ongoing discussions around a contract extension, supposed to consolidate his future in the capital, now seem compromised. A climate of uncertainty is settling in around the transalpine goalkeeper, who could see his status within the PSG seriously questioned.
