🚨🔵 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆!!: Chelsea’s Goalkeeper Battle Heats Up—FOUR Contenders for the No.1 Shirt!
Who will be Maresca’s trusted shot-stopper in 2025-26?
With Enzo Maresca set to reshape Chelsea’s tactical identity, a fierce four-way competition is underway to determine the next No.1 goalkeeper at Stamford Bridge. According to The Telegraph, Petrovic, Penders, Sanchez, and Jorgensen will all be evaluated this summer ahead of a pivotal campaign.
Here’s the rundown:
1️⃣ Djordje Petrovic
Once deemed stylistically misaligned with Maresca’s system, Petrovic has forced his name back into the conversation with a string of solid performances. Can he adapt to Maresca’s possession-heavy philosophy?
2️⃣ Mike Penders
The Belgian teenage prodigy, signed from Genk, arrives with massive potential. At just 19, Penders has already caught the eye of Chelsea’s staff and could be given the No.1 shirt if he impresses in preseason. He’s ambitious and ready.
3️⃣ Robert Sanchez
The former first-choice who lost his spot after key errors, Sanchez still enjoys Maresca’s public support—but faces intense scrutiny. Pundits remain doubtful, with Jamie Carragher bluntly stating he belongs “in a bottom-half side.”
4️⃣ Filip Jorgensen
Chelsea’s current No.1, the £20.7m Villarreal signing, has played 18 times this season and shown promise. At 22, he’s considered a long-term option, but will need to prove he’s consistent and composed enough for the top job.
Who will rise above the rest?
This battle could define Chelsea’s fortunes next season. Keep your eyes on the preseason drama—Maresca will only settle for a keeper who can command the bo
x and the build-up.
