Donnarumma's impressive statistics from last season, including 56 saves and a healthy save percentage of 66.2% in Ligue 1, have caught the attention of United's manager, Ruben Amorim. Despite the fact that Donnarumma is reportedly seeking a significant pay rise from his current salary of €244,808 per week, United are willing to negotiate a deal.

However, one major obstacle stands in the way of a potential deal: the current United goalkeeper, Andre Onana, is only on £120,000 per week, and it's unclear whether Donnarumma would be willing to take a pay cut to join the Red Devils. Onana's own statistics, including 90 saves and a 66.9% save percentage in the Premier League, are impressive, but he has also made several high-profile errors that have raised concerns about his ability to perform under pressure.

Meanwhile, Donnarumma's presence has been notable for his size and confidence, which have elevated him above his contemporaries. If United's interest arrives too late to secure a deal, Amorim will be left to choose between Onana and Altay Bayindir for the jersey. In a World Cup year, Bayindir may want to leave United to represent his country (Turkey) in the tournament next summer, which could create a real headache for the club.