Donnarumma becomes City's first-choice keeper after deadline-day move
Gianluigi Donnarumma completed his move to Manchester City at the end of the summer transfer window and has quickly established himself as the club's first-choice goalkeeper, keeping clean sheets in a 3-0 Premier League win over Manchester United on September 14 and in his Champions League debut against Napoli at the Etihad Stadium four days later. The Italy captain, who joined City from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee reported at about 27 million, signed a deal running until 2030 with an option for a further year.
City officials confirmed the transfer late on deadline day and manager Pep Guardiola selected Donnarumma ahead of James Trafford, the young goalkeeper City signed from Burnley for roughly 31 million in the summer. City sources and subsequent match selections indicate Guardiola has already settled on Donnarumma as his No 1, leaving questions about Trafford's development and playing time as the season progresses.
Donnarumma, 26, has been welcomed by teammates and staff. Midfielder Rodri said his arrival gives the squad confidence, praising Donnarumma's aerial command and shot-stopping after the Napoli game. "He makes you confident about everything," Rodri said. "I am so...