Gianluigi Donnarumma contract uncertainty at PSG has Premier League rivals Manchester United and Manchester City on red alert – Paper Round

Leading Monday's Paper Round is the Mirror's story on Gianluigi Donnarumma's uncertain future with Paris Saint-Germain, putting Manchester United on red alert. Elsewhere, Liverpool are set to agree an £118 million offer with Bayer Leverkusen for Florian Wirtz, Jack Grealish could join Everton on loan from Manchester City, and Chelsea could sign AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

Donnarumma has Man Utd on red alert

Gianluigi Donnarumma is considering a move to England amid ongoing uncertainty over his future at Paris Saint-Germain.

Donnarumma's contract with the European champions expires next summer and as yet the two parties have not agreed a new deal.

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That has put Manchester United and Manchester City on red alert, claims the Mirror.

The article reads: "Gianluigi Donnarumma has been discussing a sensational Premier League transfer amid links with Manchester United. The Italian goalkeeper’s future is far from certain with Paris Saint-Germain.

"He has just a year remaining on his contract at the Parc des Princes and despite the recently-crowned European champions remaining optimistic of extending his stay, there is no sign of a new deal.

"PSG have made their final attempt to keep him at the club with a final take it or leave it offer that includes a decrease to his salary. A number of clubs have been linked with taking advantage of Donnarumma’s uncertain future including Premier League sides Manchester City and Manchester United.

"According to L’Equipe, the former AC Milan star has been talking up a potential move to England with his Italian teammates. And that revelation comes after he failed to commit his future to PSG after winning the Champions League.

"Both Manchester clubs could potentially face competition for Donnarumma should they make a move, with Real Madrid having been linked."

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Liverpool to make fourth and final bid for Wirtz

Liverpool will make a fourth and final bid to Bayer Leverkusen for their attacking star Bayer Leverkusen, according to the Mirror.

The Bundesliga side are expected to accept an £118 million offer for the German international.

"The Reds submitted a third official bid for the playmaker on Friday made up of £100million plus £13m in add-ons," states the outlet.

"That would represent a British transfer record, eclipsing the £115m Chelsea paid Brighton for Moises Caicedo in August 2023, but is still short of Leverkusen’s asking price.

"Leverkusen have been holding out for £126.4m from the very start of negotiations, which have been led by Reds sporting director Richard Hughes, but it now seems as though a compromise can finally be reached.

"Leverkusen are expecting a fourth and final offer for Wirtz in the next 24 hours – and that they will shake hands for £118m. That is because Liverpool have made it clear that they won’t go as high as £126m and Leverkusen don’t want to overplay their hand.

"The club knows that Wirtz has his heart set on moving to Merseyside and that they need to cash in now. Considering Liverpool started out talks with a bid of £85m, Leverkusen will still be delighted with their business, if it does indeed get concluded."

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Everton could make Grealish move

Everton could make a loan offer for Manchester City's Jack Grealish.

The Mail claims that The Toffees are tempted by the former Aston Villa star, who is expected to leave the Etihad this summer.

"Everton are monitoring the situation with Manchester City’s soon-to-depart Jack Grealish," reads the article.

"Inside Sport understands that no talks have taken place between the two clubs, but that the Merseyside outfit is aware of Grealish’s availability.

"Any potential move would be likely to be in the shape of a loan deal, with the former Aston Villa man’s £300,000-a-week wages an issue with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules continuing to trigger headaches across the competition.

"However, bringing the England international to Bramley-Moore Dock would be seen as a serious statement of intent for the club’s new owners, the Friedkin Group."

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Chelsea move in on Maignan

Chelsea could field a new goalkeeper in their opening Club World Cup game, after making a £13m offer for AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

A report in The Sun suggests the Frenchman could line up for The Blues in their game against Leon next Monday.

The outlet states: "Chelsea have tabled a £13million bid for AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan, according to reports.

"The Blues want to give their new No1 his debut at the Club World Cup, which begins next Sunday.

"But the deadline to register players for the revamped 32-team tournament is on Tuesday.

"And it means Chelsea face a race against time to get the transfer announced.

"The club have been locked in talks with both AC Milan and the player since last week.

"Maignan is thought to be keen on a move to Stamford Bridge and has already agreed personal terms.

"The 29-year-old has just a year left on his contract with the Italian side.

"And with the two parties no closer to agreement, Milan are set to cash-in this summer rather than risk losing him for free in 12 months' time.

"Journalist Fabrizio Romano claims £13m will be enough to seal the deal, while Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport claim the fee is likely to be £15m."

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