FC Barcelona already knows the amount it would have to pay if it wants to sign Lucas Chevalier

The FC Barcelona, following the injury of Marc-André ter Stegen (complete rupture of the right knee's patellar tendon), has sprung into action to scour the market for new options to bolster the goalkeeping position. This isn't so much for the present, where the German goalkeeper will surely reclaim his indisputable starting role upon his return, but rather with an eye towards the future, as a potential successor when the Mönchengladbach native vacates his position as a 'Culé guardian'.

In this vein, surprisingly, Barcelona, besides contemplating names like Diogo Costa or Bart Verbruggen, has its sights set on one of the standout performers from the last season in Ligue 1, Lucas Chevalier, a 22-year-old goalkeeper currently plying his trade at LOSC Lille. In the 2024-25 season, after nine matchdays, the Calais native leads the French football league in clean sheets (five) and ranks as the second goalkeeper with the best average of saves per game (2.91), only behind Marcin Bułka of OGC Nice (3.13).

Apparently, Chevalier not only appeals to the sporting management of Barcelona, but there are enough technical reports to support a potential bid for him. However, it was unclear what his release price could be, which is likely considerably higher than his market value, as assessed by 'Transfermarkt', which values him at 25 million euros.

The price at which LOSC Lille would be willing to let go of Lucas Chevalier

Now, as reported by 'SPORT', LOSC Lille has set a release price for their academy product, who is under contract with the club until June 30, 2027. The mentioned source suggests that the 'Dogos', who have recently sold one of their most intriguing talents, Leny Yoro, to Manchester United for 62 million euros, are looking to receive no less than 40 million euros for Chevalier's transfer.

Ultimately, FC Barcelona will have to assess whether it decides to bet on the addition of Lucas Chevalier, a goalkeeper who is increasingly impressing and is projected to be a top-tier shot-stopper. Moreover, Lucas is seizing the opportunity to play in the Champions League with LOSC Lille to shine, having truly stellar performances against Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid.