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Guardiola Defines Donnarumma’s Role as Man City Showcases His First Day

The manager said the €25 million signing will play to his own strengths within a planned rotation of goalkeepers.

Overview

  • Manchester City published a club video documenting Donnarumma’s arrival, medical in Florence, first training session and lighthearted exchanges with staff.
  • In the footage he explained choosing No. 25 for personal milestones and joked in English about his language skills.
  • Guardiola stated City did not sign him to replicate Ederson’s style and highlighted his size, presence and experience.
  • Tuttosport reports a €25 million fee plus bonuses, a contract through 2030 and an annual salary of €15 million.
  • Guardiola said James Trafford remains part of the squad and indicated all keepers will feature over a long season, with a league derby and a Champions League opener at the Etihad in the coming week.