“I Was Wrong About Sanchez” Enzo Maresca has submitted a £55m bid for a new goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Conor Gallagher is set to move to Spain as Chelsea agrees to a £42m deal for his replacement.
Chelsea’s Pre-Season Tour and Upcoming Matches
Chelsea will soon head to the United States for their pre-season tour, starting with a friendly against Wrexham in California. Enzo Maresca aims for a win in his first game in charge, followed by matches against Celtic, Club America, Manchester City, and Real Madrid. Fans might see new faces on the pitch, as Chelsea has been very active in the summer transfer window.
New Signings:
– Tosin Adarabioyo
– Omari Kellyman
– Marc Guiu
– Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
– Renato Veiga
Estevao Willian will join from Palmeiras next summer. Here are the latest updates around Stamford Bridge.
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Conor Gallagher’s Replacement
Brazilian outlet Globo Esporte reports that Andreas Pereira is Chelsea’s preferred replacement for Conor Gallagher. Chelsea has contacted Pereira’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, to discuss the conditions for signing the Brazilian midfielder. Pereira has an agreement with Fulham to leave the club after two seasons. The report states that Maresca has approved the potential deal, with Chelsea willing to pay between £30-35m for Pereira.
Monaco is also interested in Pereira and can offer Champions League football. Joorabchian confirmed Chelsea’s interest to Globo Esporte but did not provide details.
football.london Analysis: Chelsea seems ready to part ways with Gallagher, not having offered him a new contract. Pereira would be a good addition, experienced in the Premier League, which would help him integrate quickly and make an immediate impact.
New Goalkeeper Deal
Chelsea is looking for a new goalkeeper to challenge Robert Sanchez for the No. 1 spot. Sanchez is expected to be Maresca’s first-choice keeper, raising doubts about Djordje Petrovic’s future, despite his impressive performances under Mauricio Pochettino.
The Telegraph reports that Chelsea has intensified their search for a new goalkeeper in the past 24 hours. Real Madrid’s Andriy Lunin has been linked, but he does not fit Maresca’s desired profile.
football.london Analysis: With Kepa Arrizabalaga likely to leave and questions about Petrovic’s role, Chelsea should prioritize finding a new goalkeeper. Petrovic might be loaned out, as Maresca aims to shape the squad according to his vision, potentially involving a new signing for the goalkeeper position.
