Goalkeeping crisis hits Paris… Post-Donarumma era complicates Enrique’s plans

The goalkeeping debate continues to grow inside Paris Saint-Germain, as instability has become increasingly evident since the departure of Gianluigi Donnarumma — a move that opened the door to ongoing questions regarding the club’s choices in this position.

Despite signing French goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier last summer as a key pillar of Luis Enrique’s new project, his performances have failed to fully convince the coaching staff. This lack of consistency has recently cost him his place at a crucial stage of the season.

In the decisive clash against Newcastle, Chevalier was surprisingly left out of the starting lineup, with Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov preferred instead — a decision widely interpreted as a sign of declining trust in the French keeper.

According to L’Équipe, the move served as a clear warning from Luis Enrique, reflecting his philosophy of prioritizing form and readiness over reputation or transfer value.

Observers believe that Donnarumma’s departure did not resolve PSG’s goalkeeping situation, but rather intensified it, as Safonov’s chances of becoming the first-choice goalkeeper continue to rise should he maintain his solid performances.