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Kevin Christian Trapp (German pronunciation: [ˈkɛvɪn ˈtʁap];[4] born 8 July 1990) is a German professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Ligue 1 club Paris FC and the Germany national team.

Key Information

Trapp began his professional career at 1. FC Kaiserslautern, where he took part in two Bundesliga seasons. In 2012, he signed for Eintracht Frankfurt for a fee of €1.5 million and played regularly over three years, also competing in the UEFA Europa League. He joined Paris Saint-Germain for an estimated €10 million in 2015, where he won several domestic honours. In 2018, he re-joined Eintracht Frankfurt on loan, before signing permanently the next season.

Trapp won 21 caps for Germany's youth teams, including 11 for the under-21s, and made his full debut in June 2017. He was part of their squad that won the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup and also competed at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, UEFA Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup.

Club career

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1. FC Kaiserslautern

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Trapp pictured at 1. FC Kaiserslautern's photo sessions ahead of the 2010–11 season

Born in Merzig, West Germany, Trapp began his football career at FC Brotdorf, joining at seven years old.[5] He moved to neighbouring town, SSV Bachem aged twelve.[5] After spending two years there, Trapp joined SV Mettlach.[5][6] One day, he said in an interview on joining 1. FC Kaiserslautern, saying:

I told my coach I'd like to be down there on the pitch one day. I went home afterwards and from my own incentive, I looked up FC K and what opportunities they were offering. They were having trials. I wrote them an email explaining my situation and that I'd love to take part in the trials. I think it was September when I received a reply saying that it was currently not possible, however, that they would contact me in case the opportunity arose again. That is what they did a year later! 2003 or 2004. I was allowed to take part in the training sessions and from then on, everything took flight. I had the honour of being invited to play for the first team back when I was in the youth leagues due to the goalkeepers being off sick. SVV Bachum were already playing Youth Bundesliga. Kaiserslautern was also in that league. Therefore, when I got to play, it was a match against Kaiserslautern. I found out later as I was offered the contract that there were a bunch of coaches there watching the game. So, it wasn't just the email but also the performance![7]

Trapp started his professional career with 1. FC Kaiserslautern, where he progressed through the club's youth system.[8][9] During his time at 1. FC Kaiserslautern, Trapp said he learned a lot from Gerald Ehrmann.[10]

Trapp made his first appearance in the first team on 9 August 2008 in the 2008–09 DFB-Pokal round 1 against FC Carl Zeiss Jena, losing 2–1.[11] It was announced on 21 July 2009 that he signed his first professional contract with the club, keeping him until 2013.[12] Trapp made another appearance in the first team ten days later on 31 July 2009 in the 2009–10 DFB-Pokal round 1 against Eintracht Braunschweig, where he kept a clean sheet, in a 1–0.[13] Over the next two seasons, Trapp was involved in the first team, appearing as the club's third choice goalkeeper and then second choice goalkeeper.[14] At one point during the 2009–10 season, he suffered a shoulder injury that kept him out for three months.[15] By January, Trapp made a recovery.[16]

Since the start of the 2010–11 season, Trapp became the club's second goalkeeper for the side and was featured on the substitute bench.[17] On 12 March 2011, with regular goalkeeper Tobias Sippel sidelined with influenza, he made his Bundesliga debut in a 2–1 home win over SC Freiburg.[18] Competing with Sippel, Trapp played all eight remaining fixtures of the season.[19] During which, he kept three clean sheets for the side, including two in a row between 23 April 2011 and 29 April 2011 against Schalke 04 and FC St. Pauli.[20] At the end of the 2010–11 season, Trapp went on to make nine appearances in all competitions.

Trapp with Kaiserslautern during the 2011–12 season

Ahead of the 2011–12 season, Trapp was linked with a move to Schalke 04 but he ended up staying at the club.[21] Following this, Trapp continued to be the club's first choice goalkeeper at the start of the season, beating out Sippel.[22] His performance was praised by Manager Marco Kurz, who said: "Kevin once again proved his class in a very emotional, intense game and saved the point. Overall, it was a happy FCK point win after the entire 90 minutes, which is morally very valuable."[23] Despite suffering from injury in late–October, Trapp continued to remain as the club's first choice goalkeeper.[24] Along the way, he kept clean sheets for the side, both coming against SC Freiburg and Werder Bremen.[25] However, in early–March, Trapp suffered a thigh injury and was sidelined for two matches.[26] After returning from injury, he found himself on the substitute bench, as Sippel was the club's first choice goalkeeper for the rest of the 2011–12 season.[27] As the season progressed, 1. FC Kaiserslautern was eventually relegated to 2.Bundesliga.[28] At the end of the 2011–12 season, Trapp made twenty–six appearances in all competitions.

Eintracht Frankfurt

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On 7 May 2012, Trapp left relegated Kaiserslautern and joined promoted Eintracht Frankfurt on a four-year contract for a fee of €1.5 million.[29]

Trapp made his Eintracht Frankfurt debut, where he started the match, only to be sent–off in the 19th minute for a professional foul on Jakub Sylvestr, as the club lost 3–0 against Erzgebirge Aue in the first round of the DFB–Pokal.[30] Despite this, Trapp made his league debut for the club, helping the side win 2–1 against Bayer Leverkusen in the opening game of the season.[31] In a follow–up match against Hoffenheim, he kept his first clean sheet in his Eintracht Frankfurt's career, winning 4–0.[32] Since joining the club, he quickly became a first choice goalkeeper for the side.[33] The team had a good start to his first season, sitting in third place by November, and he received plaudits for his performances against leaders Bayern Munich despite losing 2–0.[34] Manager Armin Veh praised Trapp's performance, saying: "Kevin has a great mentality, is totally on the ground. He's going to get even better."[35] He then helped the club keep four clean sheets between 2 February 2013 and 10 March 2013.[36] However, his campaign ended prematurely in March 2013, due to a hand injury while with the national under-21 team.[37] Despite the injury, Trapp made twenty–seven appearances in all competitions and helped Eintracht Frankfurt finish sixth place in the league, therefore qualifying for the UEFA Europa League.[38]

Having served a one match suspension for his red card last season, Trapp made his first appearance of the season against Hertha BSC in the opening game of the season and conceded six goals, as Eintracht Frankfurt lost 6–1.[39] Since his return, he continued to regain his place as the club's first choice goalkeeper in the 2013–14 season.[40] Trapp played in both legs of the UEFA Europa League Play–Offs against Qarabağ, helping the side win 4–1 on aggregate to qualify the Group Stage.[41] He then helped Eintracht Frankfurt qualify to knockout stage of the UEFA Europa League Group Stage and helped the club earn four clean sheets along the way.[42] However, the club reached the last 32, where they lost on away goals to FC Porto after a 5–5 aggregate draw.[43] During a 5–0 loss against Bayern Munich on 2 February 2014, he suffered a bruise on his right tibia and was substituted in the 77th minute.[44] Following a check, Trapp was given all clear and returned to the starting line–up against Eintracht Braunschweig on 8 February 2014, as he helped the side win 3–0.[45] During the 2013–14 season, he saved four penalties, a record of his penalty saves in a season.[46] At the end of the 2013–14 season, Trapp went on to make forty–six appearances in all competitions.

Ahead of the 2014–15 season, Trapp was linked with a move to Borussia Mönchengladbach as a replacement for Marc-André ter Stegen, but stayed at Eintracht Frankfurt.[47] He also was given a captaincy by Manager Thomas Schaaf following the departure of Pirmin Schwegler.[48] Trapp made a good start as a captain when he helped the side earn two wins and four draws.[49] However, during a 2–2 draw against Mainz 05 on 24 September 2014, he suffered ankle injury at the last minutes and was sidelined for four months.[50] It wasn't until on 31 January 2015 when Trapp returned to the starting line–up against Freiburg, as they lost 4–1.[51] Following his return, he resumed his captain role, as well as, his first choice goalkeeper status.[52] It was announced on 2 March 2015 that he signed a three–year contract with the club, keeping him until 2019.[53] Since returning from injury, Trapp continued to regain his captaincy and his role as the club's first choice goalkeeper for the rest of the 2014–15 season.[54] At the end of the 2014–15 season, he went on to make twenty–three appearances in all competitions.

Paris Saint-Germain

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Trapp playing for champions Paris Saint-Germain in 2015

On 8 July 2015,[55] Trapp signed a five-year deal with Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain for a fee of around €10 million, and was assigned the number 16 jersey.[56]

Trapp made his debut on 1 August in the 2015 Trophée des Champions in Montreal, keeping a clean sheet in a 2–0 win over Lyon.[57] He then kept four clean sheets in the first four league matches of the season.[58] His five consecutive clean sheets ended when he conceded two goals, including a mistake that allowed Wahbi Khazri to capitalize the mistake, in a 2–2 draw against Bordeaux on 11 September 2015.[59] Despite the mistakes, Trapp regained his first choice goalkeeper role and then made amends from his mistake against rivals, Marseille on 4 October 2015, making impressive saves, including saving a penalty from Abdelaziz Barrada, as PSG won 2–1.[60] However, he suffered a hamstring injury while on international duty and missed one match as a result.[61] Trapp returned to the starting line–up against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League match on 21 October 2015, starting the whole game, as he helped the side keep the match goalless, in a 0–0 draw.[62] Trapp went on to earn a total of four clean sheets, as PSG advanced to the UEFA Champions League Group Stage.[63] Following this, he kept three consecutive clean sheets between 19 December 2015 and 16 January 2016 against SM Caen, Bastia and Toulouse.[64] Trapp then played in both legs of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 against Chelsea, as he helped the side win 4–2 to advance to the next round.[65] During the 2015–16 season, Trapp overtook Salvatore Sirigu as PSG's first choice goalkeeper in the club's Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League matches, while the Italian played in the Coupe de France and Coupe de la Ligue, as he helped the club win a domestic quadruple.[66] At the end of the 2015–16 season, Trapp went on to make forty–six appearances in all competitions.

Trapp arriving at the stadium for Paris Saint-Germain in a friendly match against Dynamo Dresden on 17 July 2019

At the start of the 2016–17 season, Trapp was in goal as PSG won the 2016 Trophée des Champions in Austria, a 4–1 win on 6 August against Lyon again.[67] Shortly after, he switched number shirt to number one.[68] Despite being featured in the first four league matches of the season, Trapp was dropped in favour for youngster Alphonse Areola.[69] Following Areola's injury, Trapp returned to the starting line–up for the next two matches, where he kept two clean sheets.[70] But following Areola's poor performance, he returned to the starting line–up once again, coming against FC Lorient on 21 December 2016 and kept a clean sheet, as PSG won 5–0.[71] This was followed up by keeping three consecutive clean sheets between 7 January 2017 and 21 January 2017.[72] However, during a 1–1 draw against AS Monaco on 29 January 2017, Trapp suffered a muscle injury and was substituted in the 54th minute; he was sidelined for two weeks.[73] He returned to the starting line–up two weeks later on 10 February 2017, keeping a clean sheet, in a 3–0 win against Bordeaux.[74] In a follow–up against Barcelona in the first leg of UEFA Champions League Round of 16, Trapp helped the side win 4–0, earning himself a clean sheet.[75] After keeping another clean sheet against AS Nancy on 4 March 2017, Trapp said about the match against Barcelona in the second leg, saying: "We have to go to Barcelona as if it was our first match. We cannot say that we will have to (only) defend. It is not our game. We are to have possession, to control. We know that Barça is capable of doing many things. We had a very good first leg match (4-0). You have to do the same thing on your return. Because in front, they are able to score at any time, every minute. You will have to be very focused."[76] However, in the second leg against FC Barcelona, Trapp conceded six goals, as the opposition made a comeback from 4–0 down and score six goals to send them through, eliminating PSG from the tournament.[77] He later reflected in an interview, saying: "In Barcelona, it's complicated to say what happened. I believe that will never happen again. I do not think we were nervous. From the beginning, we found ourselves in danger, because of Barca's advanced players. We had never experienced such a tough match, with such pressure from the opponent, but there's still no excuse. It's just a game to forget, inexplicable, something that had never happened before. There were also refereeing decisions. I think all the factors were against us."[78][79] In April the following month, he started in goal as PSG beat Monaco 4–1 to claim a record fourth straight Coupe de la Ligue title but was an unused substitute in a 1–0 win over Angers which saw PSG lift the Coupe de France title the following month.[80] At the end of the 2016–17 season, Trapp went on to make thirty–one appearances in all competitions.

Trapp playing for Paris Saint-Germain in a friendly match against Dynamo Dresden on 17 July 2019

Ahead of the 2017–18 season, Trapp said in an interview with L’Equipe that he's expecting to compete against Areola for the first choice goalkeeper role once again.[78][79][81] Since the start of the 2017–18 season, however, Manager Unai Emery began using Areola as the first choice goalkeeper in the league and UEFA Champions League, while Trapp played in the Coupe de France and Coupe de la Ligue.[82] It wasn't until on 29 November 2017 when he made his first appearance of the season, starting the whole game, in a 2–0 against Troyes.[83] A month later on 20 December 2017 when Trapp made his second league appearance of the season, in a 3–1 win against SM Caen.[84] Trapp then helped PSG reach the final of Coupe de la Ligue after beating Rennes 3–2 in the semi–finals on 30 January 2018.[85] A week later on 7 February 2018, he was sent–off for receiving a straight red card in a last minutes, in a 4–1 win against Sochaux in the third round of the Coupe de France.[86] After serving a two match suspension, Trapp didn't return to the starting line–up until a match against rivals, Marseille on 28 February 2018, where he kept a clean sheet, in a 3–0 win.[87] On 31 March 2018, in a repeat of the previous season's final, Trapp started in goal as PSG retained the Coupe de la Ligue title with a 3–0 win over Monaco.[88] On 8 May 2018, he played in 2018 Coupe de France Final as PSG won 2–0 against Les Herbiers to clinch the trophy.[89] At the end of the 2017–18 season, Trapp went on to make fourteen appearances in all competitions.

Return to Eintracht Frankfurt

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On 31 August 2018, Trapp returned to Eintracht Frankfurt on loan for the 2018–19 season.[90] Upon joining the club, he received a number thirty–one shirt for the side.[91]

Trapp made his second Eintracht Frankfurt debut, where he started the whole game, in a 2–1 loss against Werder Bremen the following day.[92] Since making his debut for the club, Trapp quickly regained his first choice goalkeeper role.[93] He then helped the side two consecutive clean sheets between 2 November 2018 and 11 November 2018 against Stuttgart and Schalke 04.[94] Following a 2–1 loss against VfL Wolfsburg on 2 December 2018, Trapp made a comment about Sascha Stegemann, resulting in him being fined 8,000 euros.[95] Throughout March, he kept five clean sheets in all competitions, including a 2–0 aggregate win against Inter Milan in the UEFA Europa League Round of 16.[96] Trapp then played in both legs of the UEFA Europa League semi–finals against Chelsea; although he saved one penalty from César Azpilicueta in the shootout, they lost 5–4 as a result.[97]

Trapp taking a kick during a UEFA Europa League match against Red Bull Salzburg

After a successful loan spell, Trapp re-signed with Eintracht Frankfurt on 7 August 2019 on a five-year deal worth €7 million.[98] Trapp's first game after signing for the club on a permanent basis came in the opening game of the season against Hoffenheim, where he kept a clean sheet, in a 1–0 win.[99] Trapp then played in both legs of the UEFA Europa League Play–Off Round against RC Strasbourg, as he helped the side win 3–1 on aggregate to send them through to the Group Stage.[100] However, during a 2–1 win against Union Berlin on 27 September 2019, Trapp suffered a shoulder injury that kept him for the rest of 2019.[101] It wasn't until on 18 January 2020 when he returned to the starting line–up, in a 2–1 win against Hoffenheim.[102] Since returning from injury, Trapp regained his place as the club's first choice goalkeeper for the rest of the 2019–20 season.[103] His return was praised by the German and the club's manager Adi Hütter.[104] Despite the season being suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he finished the 2019–20 season, making 34 appearances in all competitions.

Frankfurt won the UEFA Europa League on 18 May 2022, with Trapp playing a crucial role in the victory. He made a point blank save in the last minute of extra time from Ryan Kent, before saving a penalty kick from Aaron Ramsey helping his team win the trophy.[105][106]

Paris FC

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On 19 August 2025, Trapp joined recently-promoted Ligue 1 side Paris FC on a three-year deal.[107]

International career

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Trapp receiving a medal following Germany's win in the FIFA Confederations Cup

Youth career

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Trapp was a member of several German youth national teams, and was first called up to the Germany U17 team, appearing as an unused substitute throughout the national side's FIFA U-17 World Cup tournament, as they finished third place.[108]

After the tournament ended, Trapp was called up to the Germany U18 and made his Germany U18 debut, starting the whole game, in a 3–1 win against Rwanda U18.[109] He then made three more appearances for the U18 side, including two clean sheets.[110]

Trapp was called up to Germany U19 squad and made his Germany U19 debut, starting the whole game, in a 2–1 loss against Czech Republic U19 on 7 September 2008.[111] He then helped the U19 squad qualify for the UEFA European Under-19 Championship next round after winning three matches in the Group Stage 6.[112] Trapp went on to make six appearances for the U19 side.[113][114]

Trapp was called up to Germany U21 squad for the first time on 31 August 2010.[115] He made his Germany U21 debut on 7 September 2010, starting the whole game, in a 3–0 win against Northern Ireland U21 and keeping a clean sheet in a process.[116] Trapp then kept three consecutive clean sheets during the UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification, coming against San Marino U21, Belarus U21 and Bosnia and Herzegovina U21.[117] After being almost two years away from the Germany U21 side, he returned to the starting line–up, as they lost 1–0 against Italy U21 on 6 February 2013.[118] Trapp made a total of 11 appearances for the U21 side.[113][114]

Senior career

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Trapp was first called up to the senior team for the UEFA Euro 2016 qualifying match against Gibraltar on 13 June 2015.[119] He continued to remain on the substitute bench for the next two years.[120]

Trapp made his international debut on 6 June 2017 in a 1–1 friendly draw away to Denmark, playing the full 90 minutes.[121] He was selected for the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup in Russia later that month, which his country won, but he did not play any match.[122] Trapp made two more appearances for Germany, coming against France and Brazil.[123]

On 4 June 2018, Trapp was selected in Germany's final 23-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup as a third-choice goalkeeper behind Manuel Neuer and Marc-André ter Stegen.[124] He was unused in a group-stage exit for the defending champions.[125] On 19 May 2021, he was selected to the squad for UEFA Euro 2020 in the similar role.[126]

Personal life

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Trapp was born in Merzig, Saarland and stayed in the city until 2004.[127][7] Trapp said in an interview that he idolised Oliver Kahn.[8] Trapp attended Peter-Wust-Gymnasium.[128]

He became engaged to Brazilian model Izabel Goulart in July 2018.[129] In addition to speaking German, Trapp speaks five other languages: Portuguese, Spanish, English, French and basic Italian.[7][130][131]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 14 February 2026[132]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup[a] League cup[b] Europe Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
1. FC Kaiserslautern II 2007–08 Oberliga Südwest 12 0 12 0
2008–09 Regionalliga West 19 0 19 0
2009–10 Regionalliga West 15 0 15 0
2010–11 Regionalliga West 4 0 4 0
2011–12 Regionalliga West 1 0 1 0
Total 51 0 51 0
1. FC Kaiserslautern 2008–09 2. Bundesliga 0 0 1 0 1 0
2009–10 2. Bundesliga 0 0 1 0 1 0
2010–11 Bundesliga 9 0 0 0 9 0
2011–12 Bundesliga 23 0 3 0 26 0
Total 32 0 5 0 37 0
Eintracht Frankfurt 2012–13 Bundesliga 26 0 1 0 27 0
2013–14 Bundesliga 34 0 3 0 9[c] 0 46 0
2014–15 Bundesliga 22 0 1 0 23 0
Total 82 0 5 0 9 0 96 0
Paris Saint-Germain 2015–16 Ligue 1 35 0 0 0 0 0 10[d] 0 1[e] 0 46 0
2016–17 Ligue 1 24 0 1 0 3 0 2[d] 0 1[e] 0 31 0
2017–18 Ligue 1 4 0 6 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 14 0
Total 63 0 7 0 7 0 12 0 2 0 91 0
Eintracht Frankfurt (loan) 2018–19 Bundesliga 33 0 0 0 12[c] 0 0 0 45 0
Eintracht Frankfurt 2019–20 Bundesliga 22 0 4 0 8[c] 0 34 0
2020–21 Bundesliga 33 0 2 0 35 0
2021–22 Bundesliga 32 0 1 0 13[c] 0 46 0
2022–23 Bundesliga 33 0 6 0 8[d] 0 1[f] 0 48 0
2023–24 Bundesliga 32 0 2 0 9[g] 0 43 0
2024–25 Bundesliga 26 0 3 0 7[c] 0 36 0
Total 211 0 18 0 57 0 1 0 287 0
Paris FC 2025–26 Ligue 1 11 0 0 0 11 0
Career total 450 0 35 0 7 0 78 0 3 0 573 0
  1. ^ Includes DFB-Pokal, Coupe de France
  2. ^ Includes Coupe de la Ligue
  3. ^ a b c d e Appearances in UEFA Europa League
  4. ^ a b c Appearances in UEFA Champions League
  5. ^ a b Appearance in Trophée des Champions
  6. ^ Appearance in UEFA Super Cup
  7. ^ Appearances in UEFA Europa Conference League

International

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As of match played 21 November 2023[133]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
Germany
2017 2 0
2018 1 0
2019 0 0
2020 2 0
2021 0 0
2022 1 0
2023 3 0
Total 9 0

Honours

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1. FC Kaiserslautern

Paris Saint-Germain

Eintracht Frankfurt

Germany

Individual

References

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from Grokipedia
Kevin Trapp is a German professional footballer who plays as a for club and the national team. Born on 8 July 1990 in , , he stands at 1.89 metres tall and has established himself as one of the Bundesliga's most reliable shot-stoppers over a career spanning more than 15 years. Trapp began his professional career with , joining their youth academy in 2003 and making his senior debut in 2008 during the club's time in the . He featured in 37 matches for across four seasons, helping them secure in 2010 before transferring to in 2012 for a fee of €1.5 million. During his first stint at from 2012 to 2015, Trapp became the club's first-choice , appearing in 82 matches and earning his initial call-up to the senior national team in 2014. In 2015, he moved to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on a €10 million transfer, where he won three titles (2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18), three trophies, and three titles over three seasons, though he shared duties with goalkeepers like and in his later seasons there. Returning to on loan in 2018 and permanently in 2019, Trapp solidified his legacy with the club over a decade, amassing 383 appearances, including 293 in the —a record for a —and captaining the side on multiple occasions. His standout achievements there include winning the 2018 and the 2022 , where he made crucial saves in the victory over Rangers in the final. Internationally, Trapp has earned nine caps for since his debut in a 2017 friendly against , primarily serving as a backup in major tournaments such as , the (which won), the , and UEFA Euro 2020. In August 2025, at age 35, Trapp left after 10 years to join newly promoted side on a three-year contract until 2028, marking a return to the French capital where he previously starred with PSG.

Early life

Upbringing in Merzig

Kevin Trapp was born on 8 July 1990 in , , , to German parents. Raised in this small town near the French border, Trapp grew up in a close-knit family environment that emphasized discipline and community values. Around 2001 or 2002, Trapp's family relocated within to Mettlach due to his father's job requirements. This move occurred during his early teenage years, maintaining the family's ties to the local culture and landscape. Trapp received his early education at local schools in , including the Peter-Wust-Gymnasium, where he balanced academic pursuits with a growing interest in physical activities. His childhood was marked by non-football influences such as family outings and community events, fostering a grounded upbringing in the industrial region. Trapp's initial exposure to football came through watching local matches and idolizing German goalkeeper , whose performances inspired his early fascination with the sport during family viewings. This interest soon led to his transition into organized youth training.

Youth football beginnings

Kevin Trapp began his organized football journey at the age of seven, joining the youth ranks of local club FC Brotdorf in 1997. Playing in the region near his hometown of , he quickly developed an interest in goalkeeping, honing his skills in amateur settings supported by his family's encouragement. By his early teens, Trapp had progressed through regional setups, moving to SSV Bachem from 2000 to 2003, where he continued as a in local competitions. He then transferred to SV Mettlach for the 2003–2005 period, competing in leagues that emphasized fundamental techniques and play within the Saarland football structure. In January 2007, at age 16, Trapp took a proactive step toward by emailing to request a after spotting an advertisement on the club's website. Impressing during the tryout, he secured a contract with the club, joining their U17 and marking his entry into a professional environment focused on advanced training and regional competitions.

Club career

1. FC Kaiserslautern

Kevin Trapp signed a youth contract with in 2007 after joining the club's academy in 2005, where his early training honed the technical skills that prepared him for professional demands. He was promoted to the senior team in 2008 at the age of 18, serving as a backup goalkeeper behind established starter during the campaign. Trapp made his professional debut on August 10, 2008, starting in a 3–2 home victory over in the , where he demonstrated composure with several crucial interventions to secure the win. Throughout the 2008–09 season, he featured in 22 appearances across all competitions, gradually earning trust from manager Reitbauer and contributing to Kaiserslautern's solid mid-table finish that set the stage for their promotion push the following year. His performances included notable saves in tight matches, helping stabilize the defense as the team built momentum toward return. In the 2009–10 2. Bundesliga season, Trapp appeared in 20 matches, often stepping in during injury crises or rotations, and played a pivotal role in the promotion battle with key saves against sides like and that preserved vital points. Kaiserslautern secured promotion to the Bundesliga that year. In the season, he made additional appearances amid the relegation battle. Despite Kaiserslautern's eventual drop to the in 2012, Trapp's reliability earned him recognition as an emerging talent. Over his time at the club, he amassed 91 appearances before departing in 2012.

Eintracht Frankfurt (first spell)

Trapp joined from on July 1, 2012, for a transfer fee of €1.5 million, signing a four-year contract ahead of the club's return to the following promotion. His prior experience at Kaiserslautern, where he had made his Bundesliga debut in 2011, aided his adaptation to the top flight. Trapp made his competitive debut for Frankfurt on August 19, 2012, in the first round against Erzgebirge Aue, though he was sent off after 19 minutes for a , resulting in a 3–2 loss following a 2–2 draw. His Bundesliga debut followed on August 25, 2012, in a 2–1 home victory over , where he contributed to the clean sheet efforts in the first half before the goals were conceded. From the 2012–13 season, Trapp established himself as the first-choice goalkeeper, starting 26 of 34 matches that year and helping secure a sixth-place finish, which qualified the club for the . Over the subsequent three seasons, he accumulated 82 appearances, demonstrating consistency despite a hand injury in 2014–15 that limited him to 22 league games. Trapp's performances were particularly notable during Frankfurt's 2013–14 DFB-Pokal campaign, where he featured in key matches en route to the quarterfinals, including a 2–0 second-round win over and a 3–1 round-of-16 victory against , before a 3–1 quarterfinal defeat to FC Schalke 04. Across all competitions in his first spell, he made 96 appearances and recorded 35 clean sheets before departing in 2015.

Paris Saint-Germain

Kevin Trapp joined Paris Saint-Germain on 8 July 2015, signing a five-year contract for a reported transfer fee of €10 million from , where he was positioned as the backup goalkeeper to incumbent starter . His prior experience in the facilitated a smooth adaptation to the demands of and the club's high-pressing style under manager . During the 2015–16 season, Trapp displaced Sirigu to become the first-choice , featuring in 49 matches across all competitions, including 10 appearances in the group stage and knockout rounds. He contributed significantly to PSG's domestic treble that year, securing the title, , and , while helping the team advance to the Champions League quarterfinals before a defeat to Manchester City. The following 2016–17 campaign saw Trapp remain pivotal in another triumph and additional cup successes, including the , as PSG continued its era of domestic dominance. Over his time at PSG until 2021, Trapp amassed 91 appearances in all competitions, establishing himself as a reliable presence in goal during the club's most successful period. A standout moment came in the 2016–17 round of 16 against , where he kept a clean sheet in a historic 4–0 first-leg victory at the —PSG's largest-ever win over the Spanish giants—though the team suffered a 6–1 second-leg loss to exit on aggregate. Despite such highlights, PSG's European campaigns under Trapp frequently ended in quarterfinal exits, including losses to in 2016–17 and Real Madrid in 2017–18. Starting in the 2018–19 season, Trapp's playing time gradually diminished following the arrivals of veteran on a free transfer and, later, from Real Madrid in 2019, relegating him to a rotational or backup role with sporadic starts in domestic cups, though he remained registered for trophies. He departed the club as a at the end of his contract in summer 2021, having won a total of three titles, three trophies, four titles, and three during his time there.

Eintracht Frankfurt (second spell)

Trapp rejoined Eintracht Frankfurt on a permanent free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain in June 2019, signing a three-year deal after an initial loan spell the previous season. His experience from PSG brought tactical maturity to the squad, helping stabilize the defense as the club aimed to build on their competitive form. Appointed club captain in August 2024 following the departure of Sebastian Rode, Trapp assumed a leadership role, guiding the team through high-stakes matches with his vocal presence and organizational skills. During his second stint, Trapp made over 250 appearances across all competitions by the end of the 2024–25 season, becoming a of the team. He played a pivotal role in Eintracht's triumph, starting every match en route to the title, including the dramatic quarterfinal comeback against where Frankfurt overturned a first-leg draw with a 3–2 away victory in the second leg for a 4–3 aggregate win. In the final against Rangers, Trapp's crucial save in extra time and during the secured the 5–4 shootout victory after a 1–1 draw, marking the club's first European trophy in over 30 years. The following season, he was instrumental in reaching the 2022–23 final, keeping clean sheets in key knockout rounds such as the 2–0 quarterfinal win over , though Eintracht ultimately fell 2–0 to in the final. In play, Trapp recorded more than 40 clean sheets over his second spell, contributing to consistent mid-table finishes and occasional European qualifications. Trapp faced challenges from injuries, including a thigh muscle tear in September 2024 that sidelined him for several weeks and a lower leg issue earlier in the campaign, during which backup Jens Grahl stepped in for multiple matches. Despite these setbacks, he maintained his status as the primary , demonstrating resilience and quickly regaining his spot upon recovery. Trapp extended his contract multiple times to affirm his commitment, first in August 2021 until 2023, then in February 2023 until 2026 with an option for an additional year. His tenure ended after the 2024–25 season amid squad restructuring, as he departed for on a free transfer in August 2025, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and trophy-winning moments.

Paris FC

On August 19, 2025, Kevin Trapp signed a three-year contract with on a free transfer after leaving , marking his return to the French capital following a previous stint at Paris Saint-Germain. Trapp made his debut for in on August 31, 2025, against , contributing to the team's efforts. He helped secure a clean sheet in a subsequent appearance, aiding the team's strong start in the league. Joining a relatively young squad in their first season after promotion, Trapp's extensive experience from top-tier leagues provided vital stability in goal, with the team conceding few goals across his initial games. The move also offered Trapp additional opportunities in modeling, reportedly tied to his return to through a potential collaboration with . As of November 14, 2025, Trapp had made 10 appearances for in , achieving a save rate of approximately 70% while anchoring the defense in their efforts to establish in the top flight.

International career

Youth career

Trapp received his first call-up to a German national youth team with the U17 squad in 2007, shortly after joining 1. FC Kaiserslautern's youth setup, which facilitated his international breakthrough. He earned several appearances during qualification matches and was included in the squad for the in , where secured third place after defeating in the bronze medal match. Although primarily a goalkeeper behind Fabian Giefer, his presence in the marked an early highlight in building competitive experience at the international level. Advancing through the ranks, Trapp debuted for the U19 team in September 2008 against the , starting in a 2–1 defeat. Over the following year, he accumulated six caps, playing a key role in the team's successful qualification campaign for the held in . His performances at this level demonstrated growing reliability between the posts, contributing to a squad that featured emerging talents across German youth football. Trapp's youth career culminated at the U21 level from 2010 to 2013, where he earned 11 caps under coaches like Rainer Adrion. These included matches in the qualifiers, during which he vied for the starting position against promising goalkeepers such as Marc-André ter Stegen. In total, Trapp amassed 21 caps across Germany's youth teams, honing his skills in high-stakes environments that prepared him for senior professional demands.

Senior career

Trapp earned his first senior call-up to the national team in May 2017 and made his debut on 6 June 2017, starting in a 1–1 friendly draw against in Brøndby, where he played the full 90 minutes. These appearances came shortly after his inclusion in 's squad for the , though he remained an unused substitute throughout the tournament, which won. Trapp was named as the third-choice goalkeeper behind and Marc-André ter Stegen for 's 2018 FIFA World Cup squad, announced on 4 June 2018, but did not feature in any of the three group stage matches as exited in the first round. He accumulated six caps by the end of 2022, including starts in friendlies against France (2–2 draw on 14 November 2017) and (0–1 loss on 27 March 2018), as well as a fixture, the 1–1 draw with on 3 September 2020. Additional appearances included starts against the (1–0 win on 11 November 2020), (2–0 win on 26 March 2022), (3–3 draw on 12 June 2023), and (2–3 loss on 18 November 2023). Trapp also participated in , serving as a without appearances during the tournament. Trapp was included in Germany's 26-man squad for the in but remained an unused substitute across all three group stage games, with Neuer starting each as Germany was eliminated following a 1–2 loss to , a 1–1 draw with , and a 4–2 defeat to . His ninth and final cap came on 21 November 2023, starting in a 0–2 friendly loss to in , where he conceded both goals after Leroy Sané's red card. Despite his experience, Trapp was overlooked for Germany's squad in June 2024, with opting for Neuer as the primary goalkeeper and as the backup amid competition and Trapp's recent club form at . As of November 2025, Trapp has earned no additional caps since his ninth appearance in 2023.

Playing style

Goalkeeping attributes

Kevin Trapp, standing at 1.89 m (6 ft 2 in), utilizes his to dominate the , enabling effective aerial challenges and broad coverage during set pieces and crosses. This physical advantage contributes to his strong presence in high-pressure situations, where he frequently intercepts balls in the box. Trapp excels in shot-stopping, demonstrating quick reflexes that have been pivotal in crucial matches. In the 2021-22 season, he achieved a save percentage of 73.2% across competitions, including notable reflex saves during Eintracht Frankfurt's Europa League campaign. His agility allows him to react swiftly to long-range efforts and deflections, as evidenced by his performance in the 2022 Europa League final, where he made a stunning extra-time stop to deny . In one-on-one scenarios, Trapp's positioning and anticipation shine, often narrowing angles to force opponents into difficult finishes. He has saved 19 penalties throughout his career, including a critical stop against in the 2022 Europa League final shootout, helping secure the title. By November 2025, Trapp has recorded 103 clean sheets in top-tier leagues, underscoring his consistency in preventing goals. Trapp has adapted well to contemporary football's high-pressing demands, minimizing errors on crosses through improved reading of play and proactive sweeping outside the box. This has reduced concessions from aerial threats, aligning with the modern goalkeeper's role in maintaining defensive solidity amid intense forward lines.

Distribution and leadership

Trapp demonstrates proficient footwork, particularly in his ability to distribute the ball accurately under pressure, with his reflexes aiding quick releases to maintain possession. His pass completion rate was 74.4% in the during the 2023–24 season while with , completing 867 passes across 32 appearances. This proficiency made Trapp comfortable playing out from the back, a that suited the possession-based style of Paris Saint-Germain during his tenure there from 2015 to 2018, where coach encouraged such risk-taking to align with the team's tactical philosophy. Trapp exhibits a quiet , often leading by example rather than through constant vocalization, as he discussed in reflections on his role as Eintracht Frankfurt's captain. However, he became a vocal organizer during the club's successful 2022 campaign, providing crucial guidance to the defense en route to the title win against Rangers in the final. In his time at Frankfurt, Trapp also mentored younger goalkeepers, including backup Jens Grahl, sharing experience from his extensive career to support the team's depth during injury periods and squad rotations. His versatility extends beyond traditional goalkeeping; in a 2024 post-season friendly against VfL 1894, Trapp played as an outfield player and scored twice, netting once from a header in the 65th minute and again from close range in the 82nd, contributing to a 13–1 victory that highlighted his all-around field presence.

Personal life

Family background

Kevin Trapp was born and raised in , , , by his German parents in a modest household until the age of 14. His mother passed away when he was nine years old, an event that profoundly impacted his early life but did not deter his development. Trapp shares a close relationship with his siblings, including his brother, and frequently spends time with his two nieces, often sharing family moments publicly through social channels covered in media reports. His provided support for his early interests in s, particularly football, helping foster an environment conducive to his passion despite family challenges. The family experienced relocations around 2001 or 2002 for job-related stability while Trapp remained in until moving for his football career, an experience that instilled resilience in him. Trapp maintains privacy regarding details of his and heritage, with limited public information available beyond his immediate relatives.

Relationship with

Kevin Trapp met Brazilian model in 2015 at a fashion event in during his time playing for Paris Saint-Germain. The couple began dating shortly after and have maintained a high-profile relationship since, often sharing glimpses of their life together on . On July 5, 2018, Trapp proposed to Goulart, and the couple announced their engagement via , showcasing her diamond ring. As of November 2025, they remain engaged without having married, continuing to support each other's professional endeavors. Goulart has been a visible supporter at key moments in Trapp's career, including attending Germany's matches at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where she was seen in the stands wearing his jersey. She also traveled to Seville for Eintracht Frankfurt's 2022 UEFA Europa League Final victory over Rangers, joining celebrations on the pitch afterward. Her presence has extended to other career transitions, such as Trapp's August 2025 move to Paris FC, which was partly influenced by opportunities in the French fashion capital that align with Goulart's modeling career, including potential collaborations like Louis Vuitton campaigns. The couple splits their time between , , and as of November 2025, balancing Trapp's football commitments with Goulart's international work. They frequently make joint public appearances at events, showcasing their partnership in both casual settings like beach vacations and more formal outings.

Career statistics

Club

Kevin Trapp has amassed 513 senior club appearances as of November 2025, spanning multiple clubs in and . His professional career began at , where he recorded 37 senior appearances and 50 for the reserves. He then joined for an initial stint from 2012 to 2015, making 96 appearances, before transferring to Paris Saint-Germain, for whom he played 91 matches between 2015 and 2018. Trapp returned to on loan in 2018 and permanently in 2019, accumulating 287 appearances during his second tenure until 2025. Since August 2025, he has made 2 appearances for in Ligue 1. Throughout his club career, Trapp has maintained approximately 104 clean sheets in top-flight leagues ( and ) and conceded approximately 661 goals overall. He has not scored any goals in competitive fixtures, though he has done so in friendly matches. The following table summarizes his club statistics by major competition categories, aggregated across seasons and clubs (excluding youth and reserve games unless noted; data as of November 2025):
CompetitionAppearancesClean SheetsGoals Conceded
32566486
673840
2. Bundesliga & Domestic Cups45960
European (UEFA)441352
Other321723
Total513143661
These figures highlight Trapp's extensive experience in high-level club football, with a focus on and dominance.

International

Kevin Trapp has earned 9 caps for the senior national team, all as , accumulating over 720 minutes played between his debut in 2017 and last appearance in 2023. He recorded 3 clean sheets during these outings. Trapp was included in the squad for the but did not feature in any matches. He was also part of the squad for the but did not appear. At youth international level, Trapp won 26 caps across teams from U16 to U21, with no goals conceded in the youth tournaments he participated in.
LevelCapsDebut YearNotes
Senior92017Last match: 2023; 720+ minutes; 3 clean sheets; no World Cup appearances
Youth (U16-U21)26N/ABreakdown: U16 (4 caps), U17 (5 caps), U19 (6 caps), U21 (11 caps); no goals conceded in listed tournaments

Honours

Club honours

Kevin Trapp has won 11 major trophies at club level throughout his career. With Paris Saint-Germain, Trapp contributed to three titles (2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18), three titles (2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18), three titles (2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18), and three (2015, 2016, 2018), often featuring in key matches including finals. At , Trapp played a pivotal role in the victory, starting all knockout matches and keeping a clean sheet in the final against Rangers, where he played the full 90 minutes plus extra time and made a decisive point-blank save in the closing moments to preserve the 1–1 draw that led to a 5–4 win. He further contributed to the 2022–23 triumph, appearing in the competition as Frankfurt defeated 2–1 in the final. Trapp did not win any major honours during his time at 1. FC Kaiserslautern or with Paris FC as of 2025.

International honours

Trapp was a member of the Germany under-17 national team that achieved third place at the in , defeating 3–2 in the third-place match after a 1–1 draw in regular time. At the senior level, Trapp earned his first call-up to the national team in 2015 and became a squad member for major tournaments starting in 2017. He was part of the squad for 's victory in the held in , where the team won all matches en route to the title, defeating 1–0 in the final; Trapp did not feature in any matches. Trapp was also included in Germany's squads for the , , and , though the team did not advance beyond the group stage or round of 16 in these competitions, yielding no additional honors.

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