Transfer news – Safonov ready to challenge Chevalier

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·13 de agosto de 2025

Transfer news – Safonov ready to challenge Chevalier

The departure of Gianluigi Donnarumma, the 26-year-old goalkeeper, from Paris Saint-Germain, as well as the arrival of Lucas Chevalier, the 23-year-old keeper, raises some questions about the hierarchy of goalkeepers. But according to information from the newspaper L’Equipe, Matvei Safonov, the 26-year-old goalkeeper, should remain with the Parisian club in order to compete with the former Lille player.

“A voluntary departure seen as a sign of weakness”

“Unhappy with his playing time last season, ambitious and determined to become number 1 at Paris Saint-Germain, the 26-year-old Russian does not wish to leave. Under contract until 2029, he will only do so under two conditions: if PSG asks him to, and if a major European club comes forward with the intention of making him their starter.

The former Krasnodar goalkeeper would see a voluntary departure as a sign of weakness after just one season and wants to keep fighting for his place. Those close to the Russian have even admitted in recent hours that the departure of Gianluigi Donnarumma would make the competition “easier.”

A logical choice from Safonov, who has also delivered satisfactory performances whenever his coach Luis Enrique has called upon him. He is a top-level goalkeeper, who fulfills his role perfectly and also provides security in case the number one gets injured.

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There is no reason today for the capital club to decide to part ways with him, given the mentality and determination the player shows in fostering healthy competition. Safonov also displays a certain confidence; he can believe in his chances of becoming the starter. After all, Chevalier is not superhuman. Even if it will normally be difficult to surpass him. Coach Luis Enrique has always emphasized competition within his squad.

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