Gianluigi Donnarumma
Footballer & UEFA Euro 2020 Winner

Born
February 25th, 1999
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Gianluigi Donnarumma is an Italian footballer who plays as a goalkeeper. He began his professional career with AC Milan, making his debut at the age of 16. Over several seasons, he established himself as a key player for the club. In 2021, he transferred to Paris Saint-Germain. His performances at the club level garnered attention, particularly during international competitions. At UEFA Euro 2020, he played a pivotal role in Italy's triumph, contributing significantly to their victories in penalty shootouts during the knockout stages.
Won UEFA Euro 2020 with Italy
Made debut for AC Milan at age 16
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