Chevalier’s father reveals his mindset and why he chose to sign for PSG

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·13 Agustus 2025

Chevalier’s father reveals his mindset and why he chose to sign for PSG

Lucas Chevalier, the 23-year-old goalkeeper for the French National Team, arrived at Paris Saint-Germain last Saturday from Lille. This is a significant transfer, as he is set to replace Gianluigi Donnarumma (26 years old), who has just won the Champions League (among other things). The challenge is immense, in a club that is highly exposed in the media. His father, Freddy Chevalier, explained to Le Parisien why the goalkeeper chose this step in his career and how he is approaching it.

“He just can’t wait to prove his worth on the pitch.”

“Everything has happened rather quickly over the past five days, Lucas hasn’t really had time to step back and reflect on this whole period. But what’s certain is that he is very happy and honored to be in Paris, the place where he could feel his best. Now, he’s eager to get started, to be in goal, in order to tune out all the excitement. He just can’t wait to prove his worth on the pitch.”

“In the end, he chose the toughest challenge that was offered to him.”

He could have chosen a less high-profile environment, but he likes a challenge, he loves it. Lucas isn’t afraid of anything and he’s always had that in him because he was a kid who debuted in National 2 at 16 years old. You might say that succeeding Donnarumma is a risky bet, but this choice matches his mentality.

When we talked about his future, he told me: at Lille, I did everything I had to do, I want to take the next step, to leave my comfort zone and a certain level of comfort. In the end, he chose the toughest challenge that was offered to him.

“It moved him, just as much as Luis Enrique’s speech did”

Lucas is a bit patriotic, he loves France. So having the biggest club in the country wanting him and showing such strong interest really moved him, just as much as Luis Enrique’s speech, in which he recognized himself, especially after watching his documentary. The most important thing is that he feels good in his own skin, and I really sense that he does. He needs to tune out the pressure and not listen to what people are saying. Now, we just can’t wait for his adventure to begin.”

Chevalier experienced great things at Lille, which allowed him to win the Ligue 1 Best Goalkeeper award last season and to be in the running for the 2025 Yachine Trophy. There’s every reason to be confident, and no doubt grateful to Lille. But it’s also natural to want something more. With all due respect to LOSC, a very good club, PSG is now on another level.

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There’s the chance to play alongside some of the best in their positions, as well as the hope of winning titles. Including the Champions League, even if the task will obviously be difficult. And this transfer, surrounded by the tension around Gianluigi Donnarumma, could bring a certain amount of pressure. This in a context where the media and some supporters are not exactly known for their restraint. It’s a risk the goalkeeper has chosen to take.

According to his father, there’s no particular fear. Rather, there’s a mentality to move forward, to conquer. That’s essential at the highest level. It’s not a guarantee of success, but it’s fundamental. Chevalier seems to have the right mindset and, of course, the sporting qualities to succeed. This could bring him closer to a number 1 role with the French National Team. By the 2026 World Cup? It will be tough, but we wish him the best.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.