Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing David Raya, valued at around £40 million by Brentford, at the end of the season.
According to a report from Football Insider, Chelsea have already made contact with David Raya regarding a potential summer move. Brentford will demand around £40 million to part ways with the Spanish international.
The 27-year-old has impressed in the Premier League with Brentford. And his performances have caught the attention of a number of clubs. Chelsea believe that Raya is as good as his compatriot David de Gea.
Chelsea are hoping to bring in a goalkeeper who can become the first-choice shot-stopper at Stamford Bridge. And the west Londoners have identified Raya as their top target for the summer transfer window.
Brentford are hoping to sell the Spanish international for a fee of around £40 million. The Spaniard’s contract runs until the summer of 2024. And with just 12 months left on his current deal at the end of the season, the Bees might be keen on selling him.
£40 million sounds like value for money, even though the 27-year-old will be is in the final year of his contract. And Brentford could be tempted to accept Chelsea’s proposal if it is presented. Apparently, the player is keen on moving away from Brentford at the end of the season, and he has already rejected two contract offers from the club.
The Spaniard is at the peak of his career right now and will want to play for a top club. Raya has the ability to succeed at the highest level. And a move to Chelsea would be a major step up in his career. Playing for the Blues could help him cement his place in the Spanish national team as well. He would get to challenge for the major trophies as well. It remains to be seen how the situation develops over the next few months.
Chelsea already have Edouard Mendy and Kepa Arrizabalaga as the current goalkeepers. While Kepa has held down the starting berth at Stamford Bridge this season, Mendy has been linked with an exit at the end of the season. The arrival of Raya could push the Senegalese goalkeeper further down the pecking order. So a summer exit would be ideal for all parties.
