As Chelsea prepare for a return to Champions League football, they’re ready to revamp their squad—starting with the goalkeeper position. Sources close to the club have revealed the three main candidates being considered for the No.1 spot, and the shortlist includes some surprising names.
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1. Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund)
Chelsea are seriously considering making Kobel their new first-choice keeper and are willing to splash up to €80 million to sign him. The 27-year-old Swiss shot-stopper is viewed as a future elite talent, and his agent is expected in London soon to open talks.
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2. Caoimhín Kelleher (Liverpool)
Kelleher is ready to leave Anfield in search of regular minutes, and Chelsea are keen. They’re prepared to meet Liverpool’s £35–40 million asking price. The Irish international has impressed as Alisson’s deputy and now wants to step out of the shadows.
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3. Lucas Chevalier (Lille)
Just 23 years old, Chevalier is seen as a long-term project with top potential. Chelsea value his 100+ senior appearances and may move for him with a bid around £25 million. He fits the club’s youth-focused transfer model perfectly.
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Other Considerations
Chelsea are also monitoring James Trafford (Burnley) and Diogo Costa (Porto), though these names are less prioritized than the main trio.
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With doubts surrounding current options like Robert Sánchez, Chelsea are pushing hard to bring in a reliable and command
ing presence between the sticks.
