June 10th 2025.
It seems like Chelsea's pursuit of Mike Maignan has hit a roadblock. According to reports, the Premier League club has been unable to reach an agreement with AC Milan to sign the highly sought-after goalkeeper before the upcoming Club World Cup. Chelsea had their sights set on Maignan as an upgrade to their current goalkeeping options, but it seems like a deal will not be reached before the transfer deadline.
The 29-year-old Frenchman has been a key player for Milan, helping them win the Serie A title. With just one year left on his contract, it's no surprise that he has caught the attention of top clubs like Chelsea. Talks between the two clubs have been ongoing for the past week, but it seems like they have been unable to agree on a suitable valuation for Maignan.
It is believed that Milan are demanding at least £20m for the goalkeeper, while Chelsea are only willing to pay £12-15m. This has led to a stalemate, with Enzo Maresca, the head coach of Chelsea, reportedly happy with his current goalkeeping options. Despite some ups and downs, Robert Sanchez has proven himself to be a reliable choice, with Filip Jorgensen, Djojrde Petrovic, and Mike Penders providing strong competition during pre-season.
On the other side, one goalkeeper who is set to leave Chelsea is Kepa Arrizabalaga, who is now expected to join London rivals Arsenal. This could potentially open up a spot for Maignan in the future, as Chelsea may still be interested in signing him when the transfer window reopens later in the summer. However, they could also wait until next summer when Maignan's contract with Milan expires and he becomes a free agent.
In other transfer news, Chelsea is still in talks to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens. The Blues' initial bid was rejected by the German club, who are reportedly asking for a fee of €50-60m for the Englishman. While a deal is not expected to be finalized before the Club World Cup deadline, Chelsea remains determined to bring in Gittens later in the window. The club has already made three signings this summer, securing deals for Liam Delap, Dario Essugo, and Mamadou Sarr.
It's clear that Chelsea is not afraid to spend big in the transfer market, and their pursuit of top talent like Maignan and Gittens is a testament to their ambition. Despite the current setbacks, it's only a matter of time before they make another big move to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season. Fans can stay updated on all the latest Chelsea news by signing up for Metro's Football Newsletter, which provides personalized updates every morning.
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