A Major Transfer Blunder?

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes is fuming over what he calls a significant transfer misstep: allowing fierce rivals Manchester City to snatch up Gianluigi Donnarumma.

The Italian goalkeeper, deemed surplus at Paris Saint-Germain, made headlines by signing with City for a mere £26 million just before the transfer deadline, following Ederson's departure to Fenerbahce.

A Missed Opportunity for United

United, desperately in need of a new keeper, were also active on deadline day, seeking stronger competition for their underwhelming duo, Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir. They had excitedly engaged in talks with Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa and even agreed on terms before ultimately opting for the promising Royal Antwerp star, Senne Lammens.

Scholes' Take on Donnarumma's Move

Scholes characterized Donnarumma's switch to City as ‘strange,’ especially considering Pep Guardiola's usual preference for keepers who excel at playing with their feet. Despite this, Scholes believes the Italian shot-stopper is a phenomenal talent and would have welcomed him at Old Trafford instantly.

He stated, ‘For £40m, he’s unbelievable. I think it’s bizarre for Pep to sign him when you typically need a keeper who can essentially play like a midfielder.’ Scholes suspects that Donnarumma's struggles with ball distribution were the reason Luis Enrique let him go at PSG.

What Lies Ahead?

Donnarumma has officially donned the No. 25 shirt and could be set to clash with United in an upcoming Manchester derby right after the international break. This looming encounter only intensifies the scrutiny on United's transfer decisions.

The Transfer Market’s Best Unattached Players

In the world of football, many eyes are still on free agents, with several standout players available for grabs across all positions. Will United regret their missed chance with Donnarumma once the season deepens?

Shock Moves and Controversies at United

Adding fuel to the fire, recent rumors swirl around Antony’s final comments on his time at United, highlighting internal unrest. There’s even talk of a surprise return for a former striker—what's next for Manchester United in this rollercoaster transfer saga?