At the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris in September 2025, Gianluigi Donnarumma was awarded the Yashin Trophy, recognizing him as the best goalkeeper over the past season. This marks the second time he has claimed this honour, having first won it in 2021 after Euro 2020.
Key Club Moments: PSG, Champions League & Move to Manchester City
PSG & Champions League 2024-25
- Donnarumma was a central figure in Paris Saint-Germain’s historic first UEFA Champions League win in the 2024-25 season. His performances in the knockout phase and in the final were vital.
- He also earned a spot in the 2024-25 Champions League Team of the Season thanks to his consistency and crucial saves throughout that campaign
Transfer to Manchester City & Early Performances
- In September 2025, Donnarumma transferred from PSG to Manchester City on a five-year deal. The move came after PSG acquired a new goalkeeper (Lucas Chevalier), prompting Donnarumma’s exit.
- Though early in his stint with City, he has already made notable performances in recent matches, helping the club with clean sheets and displaying the shot-stopping, composure and presence that marked his PSG and Italy runs. (Specific match stats are still building, given how recent the move is.)
Italian National Team: Captain, Record Holder & International Accolades
- Donnarumma has earned over 76 caps for Italy as of September 2025.
- He has been captain since Euro 2024.
- One of his most celebrated moments with Italy is Euro 2020, where he played a starring role, helping Italy win the tournament and being awarded Player of the Tournament—one of the rare times a goalkeeper takes that accolade.
Other Distinctions & Career Highlights
Here are more of Donnarumma’s standout stats and honours that reinforce why he was chosen Best Goalkeeper for 2025:
Why Donnarumma Was the Clear Choice
- Consistent High-Level Performance: At PSG, especially during their Champions League run, Donnarumma made game-saving stops and maintained composure under pressure. That kind of reliability in big moments strongly appeals to voters.
- Dual Success: Club & Country: Winning the Champions League for the first time with PSG, followed by strong leadership and results for Italy (including captaincy) gives weight beyond just club form.
- Recognition Among Peers & Media: Aside from trophies, being named in the Team of the Season at the UCL and being shortlisted / nominated consistently in top goalkeeper polls shows wide recognition.
- Transition & Resilience: Leaving PSG after a successful tenure and immediately stepping into a new league with Man City, with expectations high, yet still winning the Yashin Trophy — it speaks to his professionalism and adaptability.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Donnarumma
- At Manchester City, under Pep Guardiola, expectations will be for him to deliver clean sheets in the Premier League, big European ties, and perhaps more personal accolades.
- Italy will look to him to continue anchoring the goal, especially with upcoming qualifiers and the World Cup in sight. Maintaining fitness, consistency and leadership will be key.
- As he has now won the Yashin Trophy twice, repeating or adding other major awards (e.g. Best FIFA Goalkeeper, domestic Golden Gloves) could further cement his legacy.
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