PSG face Tottenham in Super Cup with unsettled keeper situation

Gianluigi Donnarumma is left out of PSG's squad for the UEFA Super Cup final as his contract runs down and Lucas Chevalier is positioned as the first choice.

PSG drop Donnarumma from squad amid contract talks

Paris Saint Germain have left goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma out of their squad for the UEFA Super Cup final against Tottenham, a decision that signals a reshaped plan for the club’s goalkeeping line. The Italian’s contract expires at the end of next season, and PSG have moved to install Lucas Chevalier as the presumed first choice ahead of the new campaign. A sale this summer has been mooted as a possibility amid the looming expiry.

PSG’s move comes alongside a broader shift in staff and squad planning. Chevalier has signed a five-year contract and is viewed by the club as the long-term number one. Donnarumma, who joined from AC Milan in 2021, has not extended his initial deal, and the club have reportedly shown little appetite to offer a fresh term. On the night, Luis Enrique will also be without Joao Neves due to suspension, while Tottenham must contend with injuries and selection doubts of their own, including James Maddison who is sidelined with an ACL injury and several other absentees named in the squad.

The decision to bench a global star amid contract uncertainty reflects a broader strategy at PSG. It underscores a shift toward long-term planning and youth integration rather than relying on a high-profile, short-term fix. The move could calm the club’s wage expectations but risks unsettling players and fans who associate Donnarumma with PSG’s recent era of success. If Chevalier thrives, it may justify the risk; if not, the club could face difficult questions about leadership and loyalty during a pivotal rebuild.

This episode also illustrates how European clubs manage talent when contracts wind down. A move for Donnarumma could free resources for other reforms or signings, while keeping him in the fold could complicate salary structures and team chemistry. The balance PSG seeks is delicate: maintain winning momentum while proving a patient, project-focused approach to the squad’s core over the next few seasons.

Highlights

The coming weeks will reveal how PSG navigates renewal and ambition.