Luis Enrique has found Beraldo a new role, agent reveals all

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·21 September 2026

Luis Enrique has found Beraldo a new role, agent reveals all

Lucas Beraldo, 22, a Paris Saint-Germain defender now regularly used as a defensive midfielder, appears to have found a new role in Luis Enrique’s project. Speaking to Trivela, Felipe Tancredi, one of his representatives, shared the inside story behind this repositioning and the discussions that accompanied his contract extension.

Beraldo: “Today, he is a defensive midfielder”

“One day, Luis Enrique approached him and said, ‘Lucas, you have a lot of talent. Have you ever played as a defensive midfielder?’ Beraldo, clever as always, replied that yes, he had played there a few times in the youth teams. He had not yet played professionally in that role, but he would be ready if needed. The opportunity came up again following a teammate’s injury, unfortunately. He came on in the first half and delivered a fantastic performance. He had not been planning to become a defensive midfielder, but as soon as the idea emerged, he seized the opportunity. Today, he is a defensive midfielder, he is used 100% in that role, and he is fighting for a place at Paris Saint-Germain. But if needed, he also plays very well at left-back. And at centre-back, of course.”

This change now goes beyond simply filling in. Beraldo has several qualities Luis Enrique looks for in that area: real composure under pressure, a left foot capable of breaking the first line, and above all his experience as a defender, which allows him to understand what is happening behind him. This development also gives PSG another option without locking the Brazilian into just one role. Centre-back, left-back, or defensive midfielder: this versatility fits perfectly with the philosophy developed by the Parisian coach.

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Beraldo: “He is part of Paris Saint-Germain’s long-term plans”

“When discussing the renewal of a player like Lucas’s contract, it is essential to understand whether PSG has a clear plan for him. You have to make sure of the player’s vision, the club’s vision, and that expectations are aligned. Because what seems ideal can quickly turn into a nightmare if it is badly implemented. All of these elements were discussed, especially the proper sequence of things so that Lucas could continue his training, his development, and his performances on the pitch. They always made it clear to us, at every moment, that Lucas truly is a player who is part of Paris Saint-Germain’s long-term plans.”

Beraldo’s extension until 2031 therefore takes on a more interesting dimension than simple contractual security. Paris Saint-Germain have officially chosen to commit to the Brazilian for the long term, even as his role on the pitch continues to evolve. The challenge now will be to turn that trust into genuine sporting status. At just 22, Beraldo still has significant room for improvement, but his new role could above all allow him to finally shed the label of being merely a squad rotation option.

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