Deschamps sends a strong message about Chevalier

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·19 Maret 2026

Deschamps sends a strong message about Chevalier

Didier Deschamps, the coach of the French National Team, held a press conference this Thursday to announce the squad for the March break. He was naturally asked to comment on the selection of Lucas Chevalier, a 24-year-old goalkeeper from Paris Saint-Germain who hasn't played since January.

Deschamps: "I haven't forgotten that in the fall, he was supposed to compete with Maignan."

"His last match was at the end of January if I'm not mistaken. Since then, he has been in a more complicated situation where he doesn't get playing time. This has happened to me often with important players who might occasionally struggle at their club, and I extend a helping hand to them. It's part of the trust relationship. I haven't forgotten that in the fall, he was supposed to compete with Maignan. It's only been four months since then."

Deschamps: "I'm not putting pressure on PSG and Luis Enrique."

This situation isn't ideal for him, I've talked with him. He is in a number 3 role. It's important for me on a human level; he hasn't lost his value in four months. He remains active. Will it change? I hope so for him, but I'm not putting pressure on PSG and Luis Enrique. But it seemed fair to me to include him in this gathering," remarks relayed by RMC Sport.

These are clear comments from the coach, balancing support and a slight warning. Chevalier has dropped in the hierarchy, and playing with the Bleus in the World Cup seems difficult if he doesn't regain a starting role at PSG. This seems challenging at the moment, although football can change quickly and the goalkeeper's skills are still there.

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At least, the goalkeeper has this "break" from his not-so-simple daily life in Paris. It's an opportunity to recharge, in a different context. Even if he won't necessarily have more playing time. It's up to him to find solutions in the face of tough competition. Deschamps can support him morally, but there's nothing he can do about coach Luis Enrique's choices.

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