Chelsea search the market for a goalkeeper
Chelsea are reportedly exploring the goalkeeper market while finalizing Enzo Maresca’s appointment as manager.
Maresca’s imminent arrival from Leicester City, where he is leaving his role at age 44, has influenced Chelsea’s transfer activities, particularly in assessing goalkeeping options.
Chelsea officials have contacted representatives of 22-year-old Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen regarding a potential summer move.
Last season, Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic each had stints as Chelsea’s primary goalkeeper under Mauricio Pochettino, with Marcus Bettinelli serving as a reliable third choice.
Kepa Arrizabalaga, who was on loan at Real Madrid last season, is unlikely to be bought by the Champions League finalists and is expected to be sold this summer.
Gabriel Slonina, 20, had a successful loan spell at Eupen in Belgium and is seeking another temporary move.
At Leicester, Maresca signed Danish keeper Mads Hermansen, favoring goalkeepers comfortable with ball distribution to suit his possession-focused playing style.
Additionally, Chelsea have been scouting potential strikers and defenders, including center-backs and left-backs, in recent months.