Manchester United’s goalkeeper situation has been a hot topic this summer, with several big names linked to Old Trafford. Early in the window, Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martínez was viewed as a leading target, and reports indicated the World Cup winner was open to joining Rúben Amorim’s project. Royal Antwerp’s Senne Lammens was also on the list, with the Belgian said to have approved a potential move.
In recent weeks, attention has shifted firmly to Gianluigi Donnarumma. The Paris Saint-Germain star, 26, has been repeatedly linked with United, and CentreDevils understands that the club has already held direct talks about him. Amorim is reportedly a major admirer of Donnarumma’s talent and considers him a prime candidate to strengthen the squad’s goalkeeping ranks ahead of the new campaign.
Sources suggest United’s leadership is evaluating whether a deal is financially viable, given Donnarumma’s status as one of the highest-paid keepers in world football. While no agreement is in place, the ongoing discussions highlight the club’s determination to secure an elite goalkeeper capable of competing at the top level.
United Win Snapdragon Cup – Amorim Shares Light Moment
United ended their pre-season with a 1–1 draw against Fiorentina at Old Trafford, then prevailed 5–4 in the penalty shootout to lift the Snapdragon Cup. Simon Sohm’s early header was cancelled out by a Robin Gosens own goal, and after a competitive 90 minutes, Altay Bayındır’s key save in the shootout allowed Kobbie Mainoo to slot home the winner.
The atmosphere was buzzing before kick-off, as fans welcomed the club’s four summer signings — Matheus Cunha, Diego León, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Šeško, whose transfer was confirmed just two hours earlier.
Adding to the occasion, former United goalkeeper David De Gea made a celebrated return to Old Trafford, receiving a commemorative award from captain Bruno Fernandes to a standing ovation from the home crowd.
