PSG: "Disappointed and saddened," Donnarumma (already) says his goodbyes... and settles his scores

" We were looking for a different type of goalkeeper ." This is how Luis Enrique justified the dismissal of Gianluigi Donnarumma , who was forced out after having largely contributed to Paris's victory in the Champions League last spring. Four years and 161 matches after setting foot in the French capital, the 26-year-old Italian international goalkeeper (74 caps) is undoubtedly living his last moments before leaving. To Manchester City ? Suspense.

Meanwhile, the main person concerned broke his silence this Tuesday, on social networks, a few minutes after the end of the Paris Saint-Germain press conference, in Udine, on the eve of a European Super Cup against Tottenham... for which he was not called up by Luis Enrique . His announced successor, Lucas Chevalier , is obviously part of the trip.

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Unfortunately, someone decided that I could no longer be part of the group or contribute to the team's successes...

Gianluigi Donnarumma

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A message in Italian, English, and French, addressed initially " to the special supporters of Paris. From my first day here, I gave everything, on and off the pitch, to earn my place and defend the Paris Saint-Germain goal. Unfortunately, someone decided that I could no longer be part of the squad or contribute to the team's success. I am disappointed and saddened ," he grumbles, having never reached an agreement with his management to extend a contract that ends in 2026. There's no doubt about it, the " someone " mentioned by Donnarumma, the one who " decides ," is Luis Enrique, the latter needing a goalkeeper who is good at restarting the ball to further improve the European champions' game. That's what he thinks.

The former Milan player then indirectly addressed the capital club's management, asking them to let him say his goodbyes to the public in person. This was something several other figures at the club were deprived of, for various reasons, such as Thiago Silva. " I hope to have the opportunity to look the Parc des Princes fans in the eye one last time and say goodbye properly. If that doesn't happen, I want you to know that your support and affection mean a lot to me and that I will never forget them. I will always remember all the emotions, the magical nights, and you, who made me feel at home, " said the giant (1.96m) Italian, who had succeeded Keylor Navas in the Parisian goal. The two had, for a time, cohabited.

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" To my teammates, my second family, thank you for every battle, every laugh, every moment shared. You will always be my brothers ," Gianluigi Donnarumma emphasized in this farewell message. He concluded: " Playing for this club and living in this city has been an immense honor. Thank you, Paris ." Italian class for this Parisian legend .