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Chelsea set to open talks over free transfer for impressive 22-year-old star

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Chelsea to begin talks over free transfer for Gianluigi Donnarumma

According to The Sun, Chelsea are set to start talks over a free transfer for AC Milan superstar Gianluigi Donnarumma. They have begun talks with his agent, Mino Raiola about a transfer next season. Manchester United are also said to be after the goalkeeper.

Donnarumma is yet to agree on a contract extension with his current deal set to expire at the end of this season. It could be the case that he eventually signs a new contract but the fact that it has dragged on for this long with just a few months left, means that sides like Man United and Chelsea are on the edge and waiting to snap him up.

STADIO GIUSEPPE MEAZZA, MILAN, ITALY – 2020/01/28: Gianluigi Donnarumma of AC Milan celebrates during the Coppa Italia football match between AC Milan and Torino FC. AC Milan won 4-2 over Torino FC after extra times. (Photo by Nicolò Campo/LightRocket via Getty Images)

It has been said that contract talks between the player and club have stalled in recent weeks due to his wage demands. While Edouard Mendy is the first-choice, for now, a move for Donnarumma would make him the first choice for the next 8-10 years.

Chelsea could look to sign the keeper despite needing players in other positions such as centre-back and striker. Another big question would be the future of Kepa Arrizabalaga if Donnarumma arrives.

Chelsea v West Ham United – Premier League – Stamford Bridge Chelsea goalkeepers Edouard Mendy and Kepa Arrizabalaga wearing a Support Someone Else t-shirts during the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge, London. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xCatherinexIvillx 57227550

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Chelsea have thrown big money on keepers in the last few seasons with Kepa and Edouard Mendy arriving at the Bridge. However, a lot will depend on what happens between now and the end of the season. Chelsea could try and pip Manchester United to Donnarumma’s signature.

Sourav Ghosh

Full-time football fan, half-time football writer.

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