Goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier could leave Paris Saint-Germain before the summer transfer window closes. His situation at the club has become complicated following the arrival of Japanese keeper Zion Suzuki.
According to a report from La Gazzetta dello Sport this Friday, Suzuki will not be loaned to Juventus Turin as initially planned. He therefore remains at Paris Saint-Germain, creating a logjam in the goalkeeping department. Lucas Chevalier, who hasn't played an official match since last January 20th, finds himself at the back of the queue. The summer transfer window ends on September 1st, leaving little time for a decision.
Why has the situation changed?
At the end of the 2025-2026 season, Lucas Chevalier expressed his desire to stay at Paris Saint-Germain. He knew he wouldn't be the starter for the beginning of the 2026-2027 campaign, a spot held by Matvey Safonov. The Russian performed well in the UEFA Super Cup against Aston Villa last Wednesday. Manager Luis Enrique advocates for competition, which left a door open for the Frenchman's development.
The turning point came with the confirmation that Zion Suzuki, signed for 35 million euros from Parma, would stay with the club. This decision upends the plans and the pecking order for goalkeepers. Paris Saint-Germain now has three high-level keepers for one starting position. You can check the current squad makeup on our squad page.
What is Chevalier's recent track record?
Lucas Chevalier has not played a single official match for nearly seven months. His last appearance was in a Champions League match against Sporting CP on January 20th. This long period without game time weighs on his career prospects, especially for his ambitions with the French national team.
A former LOSC Lille player, the 24-year-old keeper joined Paris Saint-Germain hoping to establish himself. The club's busy schedule, visible on our fixtures page, normally offers rotation opportunities. But the increased competition makes this possibility more uncertain.
What comes next for Paris Saint-Germain?
The club's management must now handle a bloated squad in a key position. Matvey Safonov is the established number one, while Zion Suzuki represents a significant investment for the future. Lucas Chevalier's situation therefore becomes secondary in the immediate term.
If a departure occurs, it will need to be organized quickly before the transfer market shuts. Paris Saint-Germain could look to recoup some of the investment made in Chevalier. This decision will also impact the group's dynamics and squad management for upcoming competitions, the standings for which are tracked on our standings page.
Paris Saint-Germain's next match will be key for refining Luis Enrique's tactical choices. Resolving this internal situation is a priority to allow the team to focus fully on its sporting objectives.
