The potential move of Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale to Chelsea next month and the outlook for spending at Stamford Bridge have been disclosed in a recent report.
Chelsea faced a setback in their goalkeeping department with No. 1 Robert Sanchez’s knee injury news. While the exact extent of his injury remains unclear, Sanchez is undergoing specialist assessment, as confirmed by Chelsea’s official statement. The Evening Standard’s latest update mentions the uncertainty surrounding the injury, suggesting that Sanchez could face a significant spell on the sidelines.
With Sanchez sidelined, Serbian goalie Djordje Petrovic made his full debut against Sheffield United, managing a clean sheet. Despite speculation about Chelsea pursuing a Premier League-experienced goalkeeper like Ramsdale, the report indicates that the club doesn’t plan to sign Ramsdale in January. Instead, they trust Petrovic and see Marcus Bettinelli as a strong third-choice keeper.
Although a new goalkeeper isn’t part of Chelsea’s plans, they are considering signings in other areas. The club is reportedly confident about staying within Financial Fair Play limits while targeting a striker like Victor Osimhen, Ivan Toney, or Viktor Gyokeres. They are also looking at versatile young forwards like Antonio Nusa and Roony Bardghji. Additionally, Chelsea might explore options for a defender and a central midfielder, depending on the team’s injury situation.
To balance the budget, Chelsea might offload several squad players, including Trevoh Chalobah, Malang Sarr, and Ian Maatsen.