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Shock admission fuels Man City charges nightmare: Best in the world leaves

Manchester City face an exodus of epic proportions if heavily sanctioned over their alleged financial breaches.

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 5:34 AM
Shock admission fuels Man City charges nightmare: Best in the world leaves
Key Things to Know
  • Gianluigi Donnarumma could reportedly push for a permanent transfer away from Manchester City if heavy financial sanctions are imposed.
  • The Premier League found Manchester City guilty of the majority of 115 charges, but the club plans to appeal.
  • Agent Enzo Raiola previously revealed Donnarumma's ambition to eventually return to Serie A, putting Inter and AC Milan on alert.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is reportedly among the high-profile players who could leave the club if severe sanctions follow their Premier League guilty verdict. The league confirmed that Manchester City was found guilty of the majority of its 115 financial charges, though the club strongly denied the findings and pledged to appeal. While potential punishments remain undecided, an exodus of top talent could occur if harsh penalties such as relegation are imposed.

Reports link Donnarumma with potential interest from Real Madrid, although Thibaut Courtois is expected to extend his stay in Spain. Past comments from agent Enzo Raiola indicate Donnarumma's long-term goal is to return to Italy, potentially reviving interest from Serie A sides Inter and AC Milan. Other stars, including Erling Haaland and American prospect Cavan Sullivan, are also drawing attention from clubs like Arsenal and Barcelona.

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