Gianluigi Donnarumma is 'very interested' in joining two Premier League clubs amid interest from Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea.
Donnarumma's career lies away from Paris Saint-Germain, with a summer move on the cards.
He was dropped from Luis Enrique's squad for Wednesday's Super Cup, with the goalkeeper releasing a statement on social media confirming his departure.
Despite Donnarumma helping PSG win four trophies last season, the club have backed Enrique's decision.
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"I am supported by my club and we are trying to find the best solution," he said in a press conference ahead of his side's triumph over Tottenham.
"It is a difficult decision. I only have praise for Donnarumma. He is one of the very best goalkeepers out there and an even better man.
"But we were looking for a different profile. It's very difficult to take these types of decisions."
Donnarumma has no shortage of suitors as clubs in the Premier League have expressed their interest.
Man City, Man United and Chelsea are in the race to sign the Italian international, who has made his feelings clear on his next move.
Speaking on The Transfers Podcast, Italian journalist Aurelio Capaldi said Donnarumma is 'very interested' in joining Man City or Chelsea.
He is 'fascinated' by Pep Guardiola and would love to play under him at the Etihad.
The 26-year-old also likes the idea of living in London and appreciates what Chelsea can offer.
Man City could be on the hunt for a new No.1 should Ederson leave the club, with the Brazilian linked with a switch to Galatasaray.
Donnarumma is viewed as an ideal replacement despite the Blues already signing a goalkeeper in James Trafford, who joined from Burnley for £27 million.
The Premier League is the 'right step' for Gianluigi Donnarumma
Donnarumma graduated from AC Milan's youth academy before breaking into the first-team.
He signed for PSG on a free transfer in the summer of 2021.
According to the player's agent, Enzo Raiola, England's top flight is the 'right step' for Donnarumma.
"Premier League is the right step for Gigio in my view, we’re working on it," he explained.
"There are zero talks with Italian clubs. We are still shocked by PSG behaviour with Gigio. There’s zero respect by the club after four years together. We will consider the situation also with our legal team.
"We will consider solutions now, maybe in Premier League there will be clubs able to pay what’s needed.
"Paris Saint-Germain are asking for big money. They talk about respect, but it’s only about the money."
Topics: Gianluigi Donnarumma, Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Football
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