According to Sportskeeda, Chelsea is reportedly contemplating a move for a Liverpool player as they seek to solidify their squad.
- Under the management of Todd Boehly, Chelsea has displayed encouraging signs of improvement, currently positioned third in the Premier League.
- This places them above formidable rivals such as Arsenal, Manchester United, Newcastle, and Tottenham, while trailing Manchester City by a mere four points.
- The Blues have demonstrated their attacking prowess this season. Talents like Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, and Nicolas Jackson have been instrumental in their scoring efforts, and Joao Felix, alongside Christopher Nkunku, has shown they can step up when needed, particularly in European competitions.
- Additionally, Moises Caicedo is beginning to fulfill the expectations that came with his hefty £115 million price tag, establishing himself as a vital presence in the midfield.
- Despite the offensive resurgence, Chelsea still grapples with pressing issues on the defensive end.
- The team has managed just two clean sheets while conceding 13 goals, leaving them with the weakest defensive record amongst the top half of the table, closely following Aston Villa’s performance.
- Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez has faced intense scrutiny for his performances, with critics pointing out his responsibility for two goals during the recent 4-2 win over Brighton.
- His decision-making has led to costly errors, such as conceding a penalty in the draw.
- Sánchez has thus far committed three errors leading to goals, a figure that ties him for the most mistakes among Premier League goalkeepers this season, alongside Ipswich Town’s Arijanet Muric.
- While coach Enzo Maresca has highlighted Sanchez’s ability to distribute the ball from the back, his recent form has raised alarms, prompting discussions about acquiring a more reliable option.
- Chelsea’s history indicates that they do not shy away from addressing underperforming players, and with Boehly willing to invest generously, they are now linked with a transfer for Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher, as reported by the Daily Mail.
- Kelleher, 25, has expressed a clear desire to become a first-choice keeper after serving as Alisson Becker’s backup for over five seasons.
- The impending arrival of Georgian prodigy Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia next summer complicates his situation, as Kelleher is likely to find himself further down the Liverpool hierarchy.
- Throughout his time at Liverpool, Kelleher has made a strong case for himself, boasting an error-free record in goal across five matches this season.
- He has also proved his mettle in high-pressure situations, notably clinching two Carabao Cup titles against Chelsea and maintaining clean sheets in both finals.
- Known for his shot-stopping abilities, Kelleher has excelled in penalty shootouts, winning all four he has participated in.
- His composure and effective distribution further enhance his appeal as a potential signing for Chelsea.
