Overview
- Agent Enzo Raiola posted a "Welcome to Manchester" photo from a flight to England, indicating Donnarumma's travel on Tuesday following international duty.
- The Italy no.1 played 90 minutes in wins over Estonia (5-0) and Israel (5-4), with one early punch into his own net in Tel Aviv canceled for a foul.
- His Israel display drew critical reviews, prompting questions over his short‑term readiness for a possible first start in the Manchester derby.
- Pep Guardiola must choose between new signing Donnarumma and James Trafford, who has started three league games and made an error in a home loss to Tottenham.
- City signed Donnarumma for about £26m/€27m after PSG opted to sell during stalled renewal talks; Ederson has departed and PSG brought in Lucas Chevalier.