Is Gianluigi Donnarumma leaving? PSG line up bid for new goalkeeper from Ligue 1 rivals as European champions await Italian star's decision

Paris Saint-Germain are moving for Lille’s Lucas Chevalier as a replacement for Gianluigi Donnarumma amid uncertainty over the goalkeeper's future.

• PSG have bid under €40m for Lille’s Chevalier
• Donnarumma’s extension remains unresolved
• Chevalier’s transfer hinges on Lille finding replacement

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  PSG have taken concrete steps towards replacing Donnarumma, submitting an initial offer to Lille for Chevalier. According to, PSG have already agreed personal terms with Chevalier, who enjoyed a standout 2024-25 campaign with 13 clean sheets in 48 appearances. Lille are holding out for at least €40 million (£35m/$47m) and want to secure a replacement before greenlighting the sale. Donnarumma, meanwhile, has yet to sign a contract extension with PSG and is out of contract in June 2026, despite delivering another strong season for the Ligue 1 and European champions.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  PSG’s move comes as contract talks with Donnarumma have stalled over salary terms. The Italian international has rejected PSG’s latest offer of a reduced fixed wage and higher bonuses, compared to his current €10m-a-year deal. With no breakthrough in negotiations for months, the club are keen to avoid losing their No.1 on a free transfer next summer – mirroring the recent loss of Kylian Mbappe. Several top European clubs, including Chelsea, Manchester United and Galatasaray, are monitoring Donnarumma’s situation closely.

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  If Donnarumma does not sign an extension or secure a transfer this summer, he will be eligible to negotiate a pre-contract with foreign clubs beginning January 2026. PSG’s pursuit of Chevalier is part of a broader strategy to invest in high-potential French talent.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR PSG & DONNARUMMA?

  PSG look set to persist in their pursuit of Chevalier and are expected to return with an improved offer. Lille’s priority is to finalise a replacement before approving any move. For Donnarumma, unless he extends his stay, a transfer abroad appears possible this summer, with major clubs ready to move and PSG intent on avoiding a repeat of last year’s contract saga. Pre-season training continues as both parties prepare for decisive weeks ahead.