Deschamps Backs Chevalier as Future France No. 1 Amid World Cup Qualifiers

Deschamps highlights Chevalier’s potential

On the eve of the French national team’s gathering, Didier Deschamps spoke about his goalkeeper, Lucas Chevalier, who will face his former club, Lille OSC, this Sunday in Ligue 1. **The national coach is closely monitoring the PSG goalkeeper’s progress** and insists he has the potential to become France’s number one.

“**Lucas Chevalier has everything it takes to become the number one for the French team someday**? If I called him up, then obviously. Today, it’s Mike (Maignan). It’s normal for Lucas (Chevalier) to have ambition. He has been part of four gatherings, yet he’s not an international player. He will become one at some point. I’m not worried about Lucas,” Deschamps declared on the show, Telefoot.

Possible changes post-World Cup?

**Since Hugo Lloris’ retirement after the 2022 World Cup, Mike Maignan has been the undisputed number one for the French team**. The AC Milan goalkeeper is expected to hold this position for the 2026 World Cup unless something unexpected occurs.

However, things could change after the tournament. **Lucas Chevalier, now the new goalkeeper for Paris Saint-Germain, has reached a new milestone in his career by joining the world’s top club**. Under the guidance of the new national coach, his status could evolve post-World Cup. This is a story to watch closely…