Paris Saint-Germain have completed the signing of Lucas Chevalier. While discussions regarding Gianluigi Donnarumma’s contract extension in the French capital have stalled in recent weeks, the European champions have decided to accelerate their efforts regarding another matter. Although various observers expected discussions with the Italian to reach a positive outcome, Luis Campos and his team ultimately chose to sign the LOSC goalkeeper.
Some approve of the choice, while others criticise it. The fact remains that the Parisian leaders are now nearing their goal. Having reached an agreement in principle on a five-year contract with the last bastion of the Dogues, PSG has also reached an agreement with the northern management. According to our latest information, a verbal agreement is now in place between the two Ligue 1 teams, although PSG has not confirmed this.
PSG has struck a big blow!
Determined to avoid a repeat of the Kylian Mbappé scenario, whereby he left for Real Madrid on a free transfer, the Parisian club has aligned itself with LOSC’s demands regarding Gianluigi Donnarumma. In the City of Lights, the 23-year-old French international now faces the challenging task of replacing the Italian goalkeeper, who performed impressively in the last Champions League campaign.
Meanwhile, the Castellammare di Stabia native — who has been tracked by Galatasaray, Saudi Arabia, Chelsea and Manchester United — should be packing his bags soon. This wasn’t necessarily an expected departure, but it will nevertheless bring in several million for the reigning French champions. For reference, Donnarumma is currently valued at €40 million by the specialist website Transfermarkt. It is now up to Lille to find Chevalier’s replacement and finalise the transfer details with PSG.