PSG: the great hope Lucas Beraldo recounts his first steps

Great Brazilian hope at the central defender position, Lucas Beraldo (20 years old) made the big leap by joining PSG this winter. Aware of the opportunities that would present themselves to him this season (Kimpembe and Skriniar are injured for a moment), the former São Paulo player also made his debut against Toulouse in the Champions Trophy, the first piece of his silverware Parisian. Obviously, indulgence and patience will be precious for this player who is about to discover a whole new universe, in a global club where everything moves at the speed of light.

In an interview given to the voice of the North this Sunday, the Brazilian U20 international also recounted his first steps in the French capital, where he now has the opportunity to play with his idols, like Marquinhos. “I always dreamed of being here. As Europe has always been a goal, I watched, I followed the Champions League. Especially the Paris matches, because Marquinhos inspired me. I like the way he plays, his leadership. He was always captain wherever he went. Before, it was really just a dream, and now it has become a reality. I train with the best players in the world. »he appreciated.

He makes his mark in a world of stars

Although he will now have to get used to the Parisian cold, far from the humid climate of Sao Paulo, Beraldo seems to be making his mark step by step: “Here we have an incredible training center with impressive facilities. I’ve already gotten used to the cold because this week we were really freezing”joked the person concerned, while snow even appeared in certain corners of the capital. “What struck me when I arrived here was the quality of all the players. The intensity that is put into training is that of the match. » Alongside the Parisian stars, Beraldo remains well aware of the room for improvement he has. With the rigor, intensity and commitment demanded by Luis Enrique during training sessions, the Brazilian takes the measure of what the very high level is.

“I think I will improve a lot by working every day with my new teammates, because they are the best. Every day, with them, I look for what I can improvehe confided, specifying that Luis Enrique was already a valuable help to him. As he speaks Spanish, I understand when he gives advice, it helps me. I am ready to help wherever he puts me, in the center or left side. I am ready to do anything to adapt.» Against Lens, this Sunday (8:45 p.m.), he could have the opportunity to make his debut in Ligue 1. And to begin a love affair with his public, already very protective of him against Toulouse.