Donnarumma reveals his favourite Serie A clubs: ‘Hard to choose’

Originally posted on Football Italia | By Lorenzo Bettoni | Last updated Sep 17, 2025 10:46 AM ET

Italy captain Gianluigi Donnarumma admits it’s ‘hard to choose’ between Milan and Napoli and hopes his mother will support him and not the Partenopei in their Champions League meeting tomorrow.

Donnarumma held a pre-match press conference on Wednesday on the eve of a Champions League match against Napoli.

It’s a special match for the Italy captain, not only because it will be his first Champions League game with Manchester City, but also because it will be against one of his favourite clubs in Italy.

Donnarumma comes from Castellammare di Stabia, just a few kilometres away from Napoli, so most of his family supports the Partenopei.

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“I have many friends there and I’m excited to face them. My family and my mom are having a bit of a hard time, but I hope she’ll cheer for me,” Gigio said via Tuttosport.

“You always want to give something extra in the Champions League. For me, the most dangerous [Napoli player] is McTominay, but I also think of Hojlund. I watched their last league game against Fiorentina. They have strong wingers and play important vertical balls. We’ll have to stay focused and attentive during the match because they have pace and sharp instincts.

“I’m happy to face Napoli in such a great game,” Donnarumma continued.

“Napoli will surely be ready for the Champions League. They’ve shown it in important matches, and I’m glad for the players and the city.”

Donnarumma’s favourite Serie A clubs

Donnarumma has signed a five-year contract with Manchester City, but refused to rule out a move to the Stadio Maradona in the coming years: “We’ll see. Anything can happen,” he said.

The former Milan star is now a proud father, but choosing his son’s favourite Serie A team might be tougher than any decision on the pitch.

“I spent eight years at Milan, and I’m a big fan, just like I am of Napoli. For me, it’s hard to choose, so it will be his decision,” Donnarumma concluded.