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Donnarumma transfer news
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The gist
Manchester City signed Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille for up to €2m as backup to Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Donnarumma takes the No.1 shirt, signaling City's long-term goalkeeping plan.
Background
Manchester City have been reshaping their squad under new manager Enzo Maresca after Pep Guardiola's departure in May 2026. The club signed Gianluigi Donnarumma last season, and he impressed in his debut campaign. With James Trafford leaving for Leeds, City needed a reliable backup goalkeeper, leading to the signing of experienced Argentine international Gerónimo Rulli.
How it unfolded
- May 2026Pep Guardiola departs as Manchester City manager; Enzo Maresca takes over.
- Aug 9, 2026Donnarumma plays in a preseason friendly against Atletico Madrid in Seoul, but a shoulder injury rules him out of the final two tour games.
- Aug 10, 2026Manchester City announce that Donnarumma, along with Marc Guéhi and Elliot Anderson, will visit the City Store on Wednesday.
- Aug 12, 2026Manchester City confirm the signing of Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille for up to €2 million on a two-year contract; he will serve as understudy to Donnarumma.
- Aug 12, 2026Squad numbers are confirmed: Donnarumma takes the No.1 shirt, Rulli takes No.28.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Manchester City's statement praises Rulli as a 'brilliant professional' and 'top keeper', expressing happiness with the goalkeeper group.
- Analysts
- The signing is seen as a low-cost, experienced cover for Donnarumma, allowing the club to maintain depth without breaking the bank.