Exclusive : Donnarumma direct talks start between PSG and Manchester City with €45m asking price

Important developments for Gianluigi Donnarumma, as PSG and Manchester City have started direct talks, with a possible agreement for half the original €45-50m asking price.

There has been significant progress in this situation, as over the last 48 hours Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City have begun to speak directly about a transfer fee.

Donnarumma ground breaking territory for these clubs

It would be the first big transfer between these two rival clubs, but while the Champions League holders started out asking for €45-50m, Manchester City are clearly not going to pay that.

An agreement could be reached at the midway point, as Paris Saint-Germain would save on his huge salary, knowing that they risk losing him for free in a few months’ time.

Meanwhile, Manchester City also continue the negotiations for the sale of Ederson to Galatasaray, as while the offer has reached €10-12m, the request remains a little bit higher.

During the last two weeks of the transfer session, the clubs should work out something to suit everyone.

What we can say is that Pep Guardiola wants Donnarumma, whether it is now or for free at the end of the season.