Manchester United Were Unwilling to Commit £130M for Ex-PSG Star

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The Telegraph reports that Manchester United backed away from pursuing Donnarumma, with the combined transfer fee and wage demands estimated at roughly £130 million.

Nonetheless, so far, the signing has worked out for Manchester City, considering Donnarumma has recorded back-to-back clean sheets.

After the 3-0 win over the Red Devils, manager Pep Guardiola spoke to the media and shared high thoughts on the former PSG standout’s performance in a major game for them.

“We know we bought a player with incredible experience in the national team with Italy; his performance beating England in that tournament was massive,” Guardiola said. “And last season with PSG, [and] for many years, but especially last season.

“The moment he was on the market, he was happy to come to the Premier League – to enjoy this new adventure in his life. We are really pleased that he wanted to come to us. And after the [Ederson] situation, it was possible. We are happy to have him!”