July 19th 2024.
The start of Enzo Maresca's tenure as Chelsea's manager has finally arrived. After being appointed as Mauricio Pochettino's successor earlier this summer, Maresca was eager to get to work on the training ground and get to know the players he inherited. However, due to some logistical issues, he was unable to begin his duties until last week.
During his first few days of training, Maresca has been closely observing the team and has come to the decision that a new goalkeeper is needed. Despite spending a hefty £25 million on Robert Sanchez just 12 months ago, the Spanish goalkeeper has not been able to prove himself as a reliable long-term option for the club.
As such, Maresca has made the executive decision to bring in another goalkeeper who can compete with Sanchez for the number one spot. According to the Telegraph, Chelsea will be moving forward with their plan to sign someone who shares Maresca's vision of a goalkeeper who is comfortable with the ball at their feet and can make precise, game-changing passes.
This could mean that the future of Djordje Petrovicis, who showed some potential when he stepped in for Sanchez last season, is now uncertain. While the 24-year-old is highly regarded, there is a concern that there may be too big of a gap in quality between him and Sanchez if Maresca decides to make a change.
One name that has been linked to Chelsea is Real Madrid's Andriy Lunin. However, it is believed that he may not be the best fit for the team's needs under Maresca's leadership. The club is also looking to strengthen their attacking options with the addition of a new striker and a right-footed winger.
Despite reports linking them to Fulham's Andreas Pereira, it seems that Chelsea will not be pursuing the former Manchester United star. As Maresca continues to settle into his new role, the team is focused on making strategic moves to improve their squad and compete at the highest level. Stay tuned for more updates on Chelsea's progress under Maresca's guidance.
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