8 biggest transfers which might actually happen this season

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#6 Gianluigi Donnarumma to Real Madrid

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Still only 18 and already one of the best goalkeepers in the world, Gianluigi Donnarumma is a confirmed target for Real Madrid President Florentino Perez. Los Blancos were heavily linked with a move for Manchester United shot-stopper David De Gea, but the young Italian’s refusal to sign a new contract has alerted Real Madrid to his availability.

Speaking about Donnarumma, Perez explained:

"Everyone says he's a great player, he's going to be the substitute for Buffon, And he seems to have very good manners. Surely we are watching him. But we will not talk about what we are doing."

Also read: Donnarumma must explain AC Milan contract snub - Galli

He also put an end to rumours about De Gea joining the All Whites:

"We haven't spoken to De Gea. Two years ago we had an issue and then the appropriate circumstances didn't arise.”

While Donnarumma has received a lot of criticism for his refusal to sign a new deal, it could well pave the way for him to join the current European champions and become Real Madrid long-term 'number 1'

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