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Ammon
6 days ago
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- Ammon
PSG sign French goalkeeper Chevalier from Lille
Ammon News - Paris St Germain have signed French goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier from fellow Ligue 1 club Lille on a contract until 2030, the European champions announced late on Saturday. Media reports said Chevalier has joined PSG for a fee of around 40 million euros ($47 million), with the 23-year-old in line to succeed Italy keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who has a year left in his contract with the Paris-based club, as the number one custodian in Luis Enrique's team. "I am a kid that is living his dream. Ever since I was small I wanted to play at the very highest level," Chevalier said in a statement. "I'm really delighted to be here. I will wear this shirt with passion and ambition." Calais-born Chevalier graduated from Lille's youth academy and played on loan for Valenciennes before becoming the first-choice keeper at his parent club during the 2022-23 season. He was named Ligue 1's goalkeeper of the year for the 2024-25 season by the UNFP trade union for professional footballers in France. "Lucas is one of the leading goalkeepers in France and Europe and a fantastic addition to our team - as we continue to build everything for the long-term based on the collective," said PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi.
News18
10-08-2025
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- News18
Lucas Chevalier Joins PSG As Donnarumma's Future Hangs In Balance With Man United Interest
Curated By : Siddarth Sriram Last Updated: August 10, 2025, 17:32 IST Lucas Chevalier is expected to have come in as a replacement for an uncertain Donnarumma (X) Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed the signing of Lucas Chevalier from Lille, a move that could mark the beginning of the end for Gianluigi Donnarumma's time in Paris. The 23-year-old French goalkeeper joins the Ligue 1 and Champions League winners on a contract until 2030, with a reported transfer fee of around €40 million ($47 million). While PSG hail Chevalier as one of Europe's brightest talents, the signing also underlines the club's readiness to transition away from Donnarumma, who has just one year left on his contract. Donnarumma's Contract Standoff Donnarumma, who arrived from AC Milan in 2021 amid huge fanfare, is among PSG's highest earners at €850,000-a-month (£736,000). The Italian international had been open to extending his deal, but talks stalled over his request for a pay rise. PSG's new wage policy—lower base salaries with greater performance-based incentives—clashed with Donnarumma's demands, creating an impasse. The club are understood to be willing to part ways this summer, confident that they will still possess two top-class goalkeepers at the Parc des Princes. Calais-born Chevalier progressed through Lille's academy, enjoyed a loan spell at Valenciennes, and established himself as first-choice keeper in the 2022–23 season. His performances earned him the 2024–25 Ligue 1 Goalkeeper of the Year award from the UNFP. 'I am a kid living his dream. Ever since I was small, I wanted to play at the very highest level. I will wear this shirt with passion and ambition," Chevalier said. A Goalkeeping Domino Effect? Donnarumma's potential departure has already sparked transfer speculation. Manchester United, whose goalkeeping situation has been under scrutiny, have been linked—particularly amid concerns over Andre Onana's injury and form. Backup keeper Altay Bayindir also faces an uncertain future, raising the prospect of United entering the market for a top-tier keeper. Swipe Left For Next Video View all For now, PSG prepare to face Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday, with Chevalier's arrival setting the stage for a possible summer shake-up between the posts. (with agency inputs) Siddarth Sriram After training in the field of broadcast media, Siddarth, as a sub-editor for News18 Sports, currently dabbles in putting together stories, from across a plethora of sports, onto a digital canvas. His long-term... Read More After training in the field of broadcast media, Siddarth, as a sub-editor for News18 Sports, currently dabbles in putting together stories, from across a plethora of sports, onto a digital canvas. His long-term... Read More News18 Sports brings you the latest updates, live commentary, and highlights from cricket, football, tennis, badmintion, wwe and more. Catch breaking news, live scores, and in-depth coverage. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments News sports » football Lucas Chevalier Joins PSG As Donnarumma's Future Hangs In Balance With Man United Interest Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Read More
Business Recorder
10-08-2025
- Sport
- Business Recorder
PSG sign French goalkeeper Chevalier from Lille
Paris St Germain have signed French goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier from fellow Ligue 1 club Lille on a contract until 2030, the European champions announced late on Saturday. Media reports said Chevalier has joined PSG for a fee of around 40 million euros ($47 million), with the 23-year-old in line to succeed Italy keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who has a year left in his contract with the Paris-based club, as the number one custodian in Luis Enrique's team. 'I am a kid that is living his dream. Ever since I was small I wanted to play at the very highest level,' Chevalier said in a statement. 'I'm really delighted to be here. I will wear this shirt with passion and ambition.' Calais-born Chevalier graduated from Lille's youth academy and played on loan for Valenciennes before becoming the first-choice keeper at his parent club during the 2022-23 season. He was named Ligue 1's goalkeeper of the year for the 2024-25 season by the UNFP trade union for professional footballers in France. 'Lucas is one of the leading goalkeepers in France and Europe and a fantastic addition to our team - as we continue to build everything for the long-term based on the collective,' said PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi. Ligue 1 and Champions League winners PSG face Tottenham Hotspur for the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday.
The Star
10-08-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-PSG sign French goalkeeper Chevalier from Lille
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Ligue 1 - Nantes v Lille - The Stade de la Beaujoire - Louis Fonteneau, Nantes, France - March 15, 2025 Lille's Lucas Chevalier during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Stephane Mahe/File Photo (Reuters) -Paris St Germain have signed French goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier from fellow Ligue 1 club Lille on a contract until 2030, the European champions announced late on Saturday. Media reports said Chevalier has joined PSG for a fee of around 40 million euros ($47 million), with the 23-year-old in line to succeed Italy keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who has a year left in his contract with the Paris-based club, as the number one custodian in Luis Enrique's team. "I am a kid that is living his dream. Ever since I was small I wanted to play at the very highest level," Chevalier said in a statement. "I'm really delighted to be here. I will wear this shirt with passion and ambition." Calais-born Chevalier graduated from Lille's youth academy and played on loan for Valenciennes before becoming the first-choice keeper at his parent club during the 2022-23 season. He was named Ligue 1's goalkeeper of the year for the 2024-25 season by the UNFP trade union for professional footballers in France. "Lucas is one of the leading goalkeepers in France and Europe and a fantastic addition to our team - as we continue to build everything for the long-term based on the collective," said PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi. Ligue 1 and Champions League winners PSG face Tottenham Hotspur for the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. ($1 = 0.8592 euros) (Reporting by Chiranjit Ojha in Bengaluru; Additional reporting by Pearl Josephine Nazare; Editing by William Mallard)
