So, it’s no surprise that Chelsea’s transfer strategy can seem as unpredictable as that of Timo Werner in a one-on-one, and their latest trick is no different. However, Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen have taken turns auditioning for the role of Chelsea’s No. 1 (with varying success), but the club is thought not to be signing a new Chelsea goalkeeper in the summer.
This move (or lack thereof) is another bold gamble for a club that splurged over £71 million on Kepa Arrizabalaga only to send him on a European backpacking tour of sorts on loan deals.
Sanchez vs. Jorgensen: The Battle of Blunders
Sanchez seemed to have won the battle for Chelsea’s number one place under Enzo Maresca at the start of the season. But with his constant errors, fans also asked whether he was really the answer or another riddle in the goalkeeping saga that has already happened so often at Chelsea.
However, even by January Maresca had seen enough, replacing Sanchez with Filip Jorgensen. Jergensen’s had a poor start, but he arrived from Villarreal last summer. He was heavily criticized for his performances against Brighton and Aston Villa, with the fans wondering how far their own goalpost woes would go.
Why Chelsea Aren’t Signing a New Goalkeeper
Chelsea remain comfortable with the stars that are available whilst a growing chorus of criticism sweeps through. Their reasoning? A mix of faith, financial prudence, and possibly a belief in football miracles.
That’s why they are delaying a replacement shot-stopper.
Sanchez & Jorgensen – Competition between two of the club’s best players is hopefully something that makes one of them take a step up (or in Jorgensen’s case, stop dropping crosses), especially because there is so little between the pair of them.
Djordje Petrovis, who impressed under Pochettino last season, will be returning Loanees from Strasbourg and could stake claim for a repeat of his place.
The most expensive goalkeeper in history returns from his Bournemouth loan, only to make his return to Stamford Bridge and whether he remains in West London or not remains a mystery.
Mike Penders: The Future? However, Chelsea also have a 19-year-old Belgian prodigy, Mike Penders, also on loan at Genk. As the man with just eight league appearances, there is still some way to go for him, but he could be a prospect for the future.
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