Chernikov gives Safonov full backing for France Football goalkeeper award

Former Krasnodar team-mate Alexander Chernikov says Matvey Safonov is “100% deserved” of his nomination for France Football’s goalkeeper of the year award.

The Russian goalkeeper, who now plays for Paris Saint-Germain, made 27 appearances for the French club last season and kept 12 clean sheets.

Safonov also won the Ligue 1 title and the Champions League with Paris Saint-Germain.

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