Manchester United’s shortlist of Italian goalkeepers in case Onana departs for Monaco

Manchester United are indeed preparing for a goalkeeper overhaul this summer in case André Onana departs. One standout option on their radar is Gianluigi Donnarumma, the Italian international and current PSG number 1.

Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG & Italy)
Age: 26, Contract expires: 2026

Reputation: Euro 2020 hero (saved 3 penalties in final), Champions League winner, widely regarded as world-class

Transfer situation: PSG are reportedly open to letting him go for about €40 million (£34 m)

United interest: He’s high on United’s shortlist, seen as a top-tier replacement if Onana leaves .

Why this move could make sense
Immediate impact: Proven performer at the highest level, including Euro 2020 and Champions League.

Contract timing: Only one year left in Paris – PSG may be motivated to sell rather than risk losing him on a free.

United’s need: With Onana’s errors piling up and strongly rumored to leave, Donnarumma is a ready-made, high-quality solution.

Other Goalkeepers on United’s Radar
Emerging talents like Zion Suzuki (Parma/Japan, £40 m), Lucas Chevalier (Lille/France, ~£34 m), Senne Lammens (Antwerp/Belgium, ~€25‑30 m) and even Marcin Bulka (Nice, Ligue 1) are also monitored. These younger options hold long-term potential but lack Donnarumma’s elite experience
Top candidate: Donnarumma – proven elite goalkeeper, contract situation favors a summer move, United are keen.

Backup options: Younger keepers like Suzuki, Chevalier, Lammens, Bulka – cheaper, long-term projects.