All Parisians must perform at their best level to find a place in Luis Enrique’s starting 11. This is the case of Matvey Safonov. The Russian international was also at fault in Peru’s equalizer against Russia (1-1) this Wednesday.
At a press conference, his coach Valeri Karpine returned to his performance but also to the situation within the squad of the 2025 European champions. For him, the red and blue goalkeeper will have to make a choice during the next transfer window.
“ Can we talk about an error to qualify this goal conceded? I’m not an expert on goaltending. I think he probably lost control of the ball at some point. Additionally, in slow motion, we see his foot slipping. If his foot hadn’t slipped, I don’t think the goal would have been scored,” he said at first.
Before continuing: “ He will make the decision he deems necessary. I don’t think he’s happy with his current situation at PSG. The time will come when he will have to make a decision. »
Future competition with Chevalier?
Under contract until June 2029 with PSG, Matvey Safovov plays very little with the capital club. Since his arrival in the summer of 2024, the Russian has only played 17 matches with the Rouge et Bleu. Number 2 goalkeeper last season behind Gigio Donnarumma, the 26-year-old goalkeeper retained this status despite the departure of the Italian.
The former Krasnodar man is this time the runner-up to Lucas Chevalier. The Frenchman was wanted by Luis Enrique. However, the former Lille OSC is in difficulty and is struggling to convince at the start of the season. Any arguments for installing a rotation with Safonov? Nothing is less certain. The Spanish technician maintains total confidence in the French international despite his mixed performances. “I am very happy with Lucas Chevalier! For me it is one of the best options or THE best option”, replied the Spanish technician at the end of October. To be continued…
