In an interview with Eurosport, Alfredo Magni, former preparer of the AC Milan guards, strongly criticized the remarks concerning Gianluigi Donnarumma. He expressed confusion over the argument that Donnarumma would not suit Luis Enrique’s style of play, pointing out that the goaltender has the talent and listening necessary to adapt to the modern requirements of football, where the goaltenders are increasingly being asked with the feet. Magni insisted that Donnarumma has the potential to meet the expectations of any coach, provided they are put in the right conditions, and compared Donnarumma’s situation with that of Pep Guardiola, suggesting that the qualities of the Italian goalkeeper would be appreciated by the Catalan coach.

Following his departure from the PSG, Donnarumma expressed her disappointment and sadness at the decision to no longer be considered an important member of the team. At his first press conference with Italy, he preferred to pay tribute to Luis Enrique and the team, stressing that he respected the coach’s decisions and had always had an excellent relationship with him. Donnarumma also expressed her pride in being coached by Guardiola and her enthusiasm for progress under her leadership. He stressed the happiness he felt in going to Manchester City, where he was wanted by the coach, and said he left the PSG with the feeling that he had marked the club’s history, notably by contributing to the quest for the Champions League.

The PSG formalized its list for the Champions League phase, including the three new summer recruits and young talent from the training centre. Despite his recent injury, David Boly, a 16-year-old right winger, was included in List B, demonstrating Luis Enrique’s confidence in his potential. The coach regretted that Boly could not be present in training because of his injury, but expressed his wish to see and analyze him. The first PSG match in the Champions League will take place on Wednesday 17 September against Atalanta Bergame at the Parc des Princes.