“ There are periods that are a little more prosperous, others a little less so. Lucas (Chevalier, editor’s note), we support him, we are behind him in this situation. We all know his qualities. Currently, I am number 2, I will be at Mike’s service to make him the best possible. » These words, both classy and lucid, are those of Brice Samba. New number 2 in the hierarchy of goalkeepers of the French team, the Rennes goalkeeper nonetheless remains in solidarity with Lucas Chevalier. Long seen as the future great goalkeeper of French football, Lucas Chevalier is going through an unprecedented period of turbulence at Paris Saint-Germain. Relegated for several months to the bench by Luis Enrique who prefers Matvey Safonov, the former LOSC player has seen his playing time melt away like snow in the sun.
A situation which could cost him dearly in the future with the Blues. Despite being put on the shelf for a long time since the start of 2026, Lucas Chevalier for the moment retains the confidence of Didier Deschamps, who refuses to bury him too quickly. When unveiling his latest list, the coach nevertheless gave a lucid speech on the form of his goalkeeper: “ he is in a more complicated situation. He has no playing time. This situation is not ideal. In four months, it has not lost its value. » These comments show that if the Parisian’s talent is not called into question, his recurring inactivity becomes a major handicap as the World Cup approaches.
Lucas Chevalier is in real danger before the World Cup
Having not played a single minute of play during the Blues’ last two matches in the United States, his transition from number 2 to number 3 status was officially recorded by the technical staff. While he arrived at PSG with the label of designated successor, or even direct competitor of Mike Maignan, this hierarchical decline marks a turning point. A downgrade which shows that Chevalier finds himself in the hot seat today. Beyond this change in the hierarchy, it is the psychological state of Lucas Chevalier which worries observers at Clairefontaine.
Didier Deschamps’ staff were able to judge during training sessions a man with a blatant lack of confidence, much less inspired and reassuring than at the start of the season, as reported The Team this Tuesday morning. This persistent poor form weakens his presence in the group for the World Cup. If Mike Maignan and Brice Samba seem untouchable, the last place on the trip is now officially open to competition. While Alphonse Areola is also in difficulty, profiles like Jean Butez, Guillaume Restes or Robin Risser could rush into the breach despite some irregularities in their performances. One thing is certain: Lucas Chevalier is in danger for the World Cup.
