It was in March’s Ligue 1 classique versus fierce rivals Marseille that Lucas Moura gave arguably the best evidence of why Paris Saint-Germain invested so heavily in him back in January 2013. Picking up the ball deep in his own half, within seconds the Brazilian flyer had evaded four opponents before driving into the box and dinking the ball over the keeper only for, with the Parc des Princes faithful already on their feet, L’OM defender Rod Fanni to clear off the line. “Every PSG fan I meet asks me about that run,” Lucas told FIFA.com.
Indeed, it is exactly that kind of breathtaking dash that has set the bar so high for the gifted winger or withdrawn striker, though it must be remembered that he only turned 22 on 13 August and talent alone is no guarantee of success. Yet despite facing “fierce competition” for a starting berth, Lucas firmly believes he is a more complete player since arriving in Europe and can help the Parisian giants extend their domestic dominance and challenge hard for UEFA Champions League glory.
What is more, after missing out on selection for the 2014 FIFA World Cup?, there is also fresh hope in national-team terms with the appointment of a new coach in Dunga. On all this and more, he spoke exclusively to FIFA.com.
