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Chelsea Eyes Young Goalkeeping Talent As Sanchez Nears Move to Stamford Bridge

In their quest for enhanced goalkeeping options, Chelsea is closing in on a potential signing of the 25-year-old Sanchez. The Brighton academy product has been granted permission to undergo a medical with the club, potentially becoming their fifth summer acquisition.

Following Edouard Mendy’s departure to Al Ahli, Kepa Arrizabalaga, who was the primary choice last season, may face a competitive battle for a starting spot. Alongside Marcus Bettinelli and Gabriel Slonina, Sanchez will bring his experience from three seasons at Brighton to the Blues.

With this impending transfer, Mauricio Pochettino, in his first season at Stamford Bridge, will have an added option in the goal for the upcoming campaign. Chelsea looks all set for competition, as their unbeaten pre-season schedule, including a 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund, suggests. The upcoming clash against Liverpool promises to be an intense start to their Premier League campaign.

Adeyinka Arutu

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