Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has reiterated his support for Gianluigi Donnarumma despite the goalkeeper's errors during the 3-2 win over RB Leipzig. Donnarumma was at fault for Leipzig's second goal, letting Ridle Baku's effort sneak in at his near post, and was later almost caught out by a second-half free-kick that hit the crossbar. Maresca acknowledged Donnarumma has made avoidable mistakes but stressed he is "quite relaxed" because the keeper immediately recognizes his errors.
The Italian international's patchy form this season has led to questions about his place, but Maresca expects him to keep the gloves for the visit to Nottingham Forest. Maresca noted that with Donnarumma, "every time he has made something that was not correct he recognises immediately," adding that sometimes eye contact is enough rather than deep conversations. The only other option is Gerónimo Rulli, who has made just two Carabao Cup appearances since arriving from Marseille.
Donnarumma knows he has made mistakes, but Maresca believes balance between avoiding errors and making good saves is key.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing