Chelsea are in discussions to sign AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan as they consider upgrading upon current first choice Robert Sanchez , according to reports.
Sanchez was appointed as Chelsea’s top choice at the beginning of the season by Enzo Maresca , but went through a mistake-filled campaign that led to him being temporarily replaced by Filip Jorgensen.
The Spanish player committed five mistakes resulting in goals in the Premier League, which is the highest number shared with other players. beside Arijanet Muric of Ipswich Town and Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen.
Such performances may have forced Chelsea to consider dipping into the transfer market to upgrade on Sanchez, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the club are keen on a move for French international Maignan.
The Milan shotstopper has just one year left on his contract with the Serie A club and is yet to agree terms on an extension.
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The document also states that discussions have started with Milan, who intend to consider whether they should sell Maignan this coming summer following their failure to secure a spot in the Champions League.
In 2021, Maignan joined AC Milan after leaving Lille and won the Serie A championship in his debut season with the team. He has since made 163 appearances across various competitions for the Red & Blacks.
Chelsea haven't prioritized acquiring a new goalkeeper during the summer transfer period, but bringing in Maignan would represent a significant improvement. They've also shown interest inBurnley’sJames Trafford.
In addition to the previously mentioned Sanchez and Jorgensen, the club will see Djordje Petrovic and Mike Penders return to Stamford Bridge this summer. following their fruitful loans elsewhere.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is making a return to Chelsea following his time on loan at Bournemouth; however, the Spanish goalkeeper is anticipated to depart from the club during the upcoming summer transfer window.
Maignan, meanwhile, has also formerly drew attention from Manchester United , who might now think about pursuing the Milan captain.
Ruud Gullit’s team is undergoing significant restructuring this summer, particularly as their top choice goalkeeper, André Onana, is part of the changes. one among multiple players the club might choose to sell.
Manchester United have already started their summer transfer activities. following the signature of Matheus Cunha and seem ready to bring on additional attackers afterwards Bryan Mbeumo expressed his wish to transfer to Old Trafford.
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