Key Takeaways:
- La Repubblica reported that Donnarumma’s contract at Manchester City includes up to €3m per season in bonuses, with rewards for clean sheets
- The Italy captain signed for Manchester City on deadline day for a transfer fee of €27m
- His wage package starts at €15m plus add-ons in the first season, rising to €17m for the final two years of his deal
Contract Structure and Remuneration
Gianluigi Donnarumma has embarked on a new phase in his career after sealing a move to Manchester City for €27m on deadline day. The Italy captain’s switch to the English top flight marks a significant step, underlining the Premier League side’s faith in his abilities as a first-choice goalkeeper.
According to reports in Italy, the former Paris Saint-Germain shot-stopper is set to receive €15m plus add-ons during his initial season at the Etihad Stadium. His remuneration will see an increment, reaching €17m in each of the contract’s final two seasons.
La Repubblica newspaper reports that bonuses in Gianluigi Donnarumma’s Manchester City contract are worth up to €3m per season and include a reward for clean sheets. pic.twitter.com/mLewemqvwn
— Football Italia (@footballitalia) September 10, 2025
Breakdown of Bonus Structure
La Repubblica has shed light on the specifics of Donnarumma’s bonus arrangements within his agreement at Manchester City. The contract contains annual performance-related bonuses worth up to €3m, spanning both team and individual achievements.
Of the bonuses, two are contingent upon team achievements – linked to triumphs in the Champions League and the Premier League. Additionally, there is a clean sheet bonus recognisable for each season, rewarding Donnarumma based on the number of times he keeps his net untouched over a league campaign.
| Season | Base Salary (€) | Potential Bonuses (€) | Total Potential Earnings (€) |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Season | 15,000,000 | 3,000,000 | 18,000,000 |
| Final Two Years (per season) | 17,000,000 | 3,000,000 | 20,000,000 |
Arrival in Manchester
Donnarumma arrived in Manchester yesterday, following his commitments with the Italian national team. He was accompanied by his representative, Enzo Raiola, as he officially began his tenure with Pep Guardiola’s side.
