Twelve matches after his debut with his new club, Lucas Chevalier is still struggling to convince in the PSG cages. With thirteen goals conceded, including five in the last two matches, the goalkeeper does not really reassure his detractors, nostalgic for Gianluigi Donnarumma's performances with the capital club last season.
It must be said that the price of his transfer, around 40 million euros, added additional pressure on the shoulders of the former Lille player, who is discovering the demands of the very high level. And the criticism that goes with it. His trainer, Luis Enrique, had also defended his protégé at a press conference last Monday: “I am very happy with Lucas Chevalier! For me this is one of the best options, if not the best option. »
Before reminding the journalists present of their criticisms expressed towards the Italian goalkeeper before his masterful season.
“I think you don't remember how many years you criticized Gigio Donnarumma. I remember perfectly! The last four years you've been killing it. You killed Gigio Donnarumma sportingly. »
Jérôme Alonzo calls for “time” for Chevalier
The PSG coach is not the only one for whom the situation is becoming annoying. Jérôme Alonzo, former Parisian goalkeeper between 2001 and 2008, also wanted to express his support for Lucas Chevalier with the Parisian. While using the same example as Luis Enrique. “ For four years you killed Gigio Donnarumma, he recalled. When you are a goalkeeper at PSG, you have to learn to live with that. Lucas takes over from the current best goalkeeper in the world. He must do at least as well as him on his line and bring something extra to the game. Good luck! »
Words which echo those of the Spanish tactician.
“His double save against Strasbourg proves that he is still as strong as ever,” adds the consultant of the L’Equipe channel, who calls for patience towards the 23-year-old player: “ He is the future great French goalkeeper, without a doubt. You just have to give it time. » But also more confidence from the French doorman: “I want to see him destroy everything in his area like in Lille, his chest out, his pecs forward. Here is his next challenge: becoming the boss of PSG. »
