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Paul Wilkes

Has Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola adapted his philosophy for Gianluigi Donnarumma?

Gianluigi Donnarumma of Manchester City is congratulated by Erling Haaland after making a save during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Manchester United at Etihad Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Manchester, England.

Manchester City signing Gianluigi Donnarumma was a turn-up for the books.

When Paris Saint-Germain was hurtling towards their Ligue 1, Coupe de France and Champions League treble last season, it seemed that they had built a team which didn’t need much improvement. Yet one transfer which surprised many was the acquisition of Lucas Chevalier from Lille, as Gianluigi Donnarumma was deemed surplus to requirements.

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