PARIS (AP) – Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain has signed Lille goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier on Saturday’s five-year contract.
Although no transfer fees have been disclosed, French Sports Daily L’équipe reported that PSG paid just 40 million euros ($46.5 million) for the 23-year-old Chevalier.
Chevalier was impressed with the reels in the Champions League last season. he It caught my eye With his excellent performances against Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Juventus, he made one stunning save from Dushan Vlahovic.
“I’m a kid living his dreams. I was a little kid, so I wanted to play at a very high level,” Chevalier said. “I’m really happy to be here. I wear this shirt with passion and ambition.”
Chevalier went through the reels Reputable Youth Academy I played 127 games at the Northern Club. He is quick and agile, particularly strong and has high expectations away from his line, but he doesn’t seem to be sure at all times on the cross or corner.
His arrival could indicate Donnaruma’s departure, and the 26-year-old Italian International is unlikely to accept that coach Luis Enrique will be second in Chevalier if he decides that way.
Donnarumma was undoubtedly the best goalkeeper in Europe last season, playing a key role in PSG’s Champions League success, making inspired shotstops in the knockout stage.
However, with a year left in his contract, he has so far refused to sign a new contract, and PSG rarely leaves him for free at the end of the season. Kylian Mbappé.
PSG already has three backup goalkeepers in stock. Matvei SafonovArnau Tenas, and 19 years old. Renato Martin.
At least one, perhaps two, should leave during the summer transfer period, as it could prove that five goalkeepers could be a problem.
Donalma was in a similar position to Chevalier when he joined the club after Italy won the European Championship in 2021.
PSG will begin its league campaign in Nantes on August 17th.
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