Manchester United Boss Fuels Transfer Rumours With Gianluigi Donnarumma Response
- A fan asked Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim if the Red Devils are signing Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma
- Andre Onana has struggled in the position since his arrival two seasons ago, and fans have called for his departure
- Man United open the season against Arsenal next weekend, and Onana is not fit to play after an injury
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has sparked fresh transfer speculation after giving a telling response when a fan asked about Gianluigi Donnarumma.
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The goalkeeper position has been a point of concern for Man United fans, many of whom are calling for a replacement for André Onana, who has struggled during his two seasons at the club.
As a result, the club has been linked with several goalkeepers, including Paris Saint-Germain's Donnarumma.
Will Man United replace Andre Onana?
The Cameroon international has spent two seasons at Old Trafford, but his performances have been marred by mistakes.
According to Opta, the 29-year-old made a total of eight errors leading to goals since the start of the 2023/24 season. Monaco were linked with him, but no official offer has been made.
“We are going to make that evaluation for any position in the squad,” Amorim said last season.
Senne Lammens, Marcin Bulka, Lucas Chevalier, and Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez have been linked as possible replacements.
What did Amorim say about Donnarumma?
The Portuguese boss, who is preparing for his first full season at Old Trafford, was asked about the Italian goalkeeper.
PSG have signed Lucas Chevalier, putting his future at the club in doubt, and Man United fans believe the club should pursue him.
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After the Red Devils' friendly clash with Fiorentina, a fan asked him if the club is signing Donnarumma. The young tactician laughed and then walked away.
It remains to be seen if they will go for the Italian who just won the treble with PSG. He is considered one of the best in Europe.
What next for Man United?
The Red Devils will face Arsenal next Sunday in their opening game of the 2025/26 campaign, and there will be significant pressure on Amorim to start positively.
Last season, Amorim led the Red Devils to their worst season in the Premier League era.
With the arrivals of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko, a lot is expected from him.
“That [a selection headache] is a good thing, it is supposed to be like that, not like last season that we have to struggle to put 11 players on the pitch. This is the normal thing so I need to think and they [the players] need to fight during the week, so they can change my mind," he said after their draw agaisnt Fiorentina via ManUtd.com.
Why did Benjamin Sesko pick Man United?
In a related story, TUKO.co.ke reported that Benjamin Sesko explained why he signed for Man United.
He emphasised the club's rich history and the chance to contribute to a project aimed at returning the club to its former glory.
Although the Slovenian was heavily linked with Newcastle United, he opted for Manchester United, despite their lower financial offer.
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