PSG puts team over stars as Donnarumma’s exit to Man City highlights new merit-based policy.
Campos Opens Up on Donnarumma’s Exit
Paris Saint-Germain advisor Luis Campos has finally lifted the lid on Gianluigi Donnarumma’s sudden departure to Manchester City. The Italian shot-stopper, once celebrated for his decisive saves during PSG’s Champions League triumph, became the center of a salary dispute that the club was unwilling to bend on. Campos made it clear: PSG’s new philosophy prizes merit and performance above name recognition, signaling a sharp break from the glamour-driven “Galactico” era.
The Transfer That Shocked Fans
Sold for £26 million ($35m), Donnarumma’s exit came only months after he helped deliver one of PSG’s greatest achievements. Yet behind the scenes, negotiations hit a wall. Campos suggested that Donnarumma’s wage demands exceeded what the club now considered justified. To PSG’s leadership, financial discipline was non-negotiable.
Campos remarked:
“The club comes before any individual. We couldn’t meet the request under our current framework. Protecting PSG’s stability is the priority.”
A Strategic Reset at PSG
The French giants are no longer leaning on marquee stars like Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, or Lionel Messi. Under Luis Enrique, the team has shifted toward collective strength and balance. Individual backgrounds or reputations no longer guarantee starting roles. Performance on the pitch dictates everything.
Campos underlined this shift, saying:
“The star is PSG itself. Every player must adapt to the same rules. Success will be built on unity, not privilege.”
Club-First Culture Redefined
By parting ways with Donnarumma, PSG has drawn a line in the sand. The club wants long-term consistency over short-term indulgence. Salaries will rise with contribution, not clout, and the group’s stability takes precedence over personal demands.
Conclusion
Donnarumma’s transfer is more than just a sale; it’s a statement. PSG is redefining itself with a stricter, performance-based model designed to sustain success. Campos and Enrique are steering the club toward a future where collective identity outweighs individual glory, making clear that no player stands above Paris Saint-Germain.
