Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, also a target for Newcastle United.
According to a report from Spanish journalist Nacho Sanchis, Chelsea have already made an approach to sign Filip Jorgensen, and they will face stiff competition from Newcastle United. The 22-year-old has a €40 million in his contract with La Liga club Villarreal.
It is no surprise that Chelsea are keen on signing the young goalkeeper this summer. They signed Robert Sanchez last summer, but the Spaniard has been quite mediocre. Chelsea are looking to bring in an upgrade, and the 22-year-old La Liga goalkeeper could prove to be a solid acquisition. They have also shown interest in other goalkeepers, including James Trafford.
The 22-year-old has been a key player for Villarreal, and he was a regular starter for them this past season. The opportunity to play for Chelsea will be quite attractive for him, and he might want to join one of the biggest clubs in the world. Chelsea could provide him with the platform to compete for major trophies, and the arrival of the Swedish goalkeeper will help them improve as well.
Newcastle United also want Jorgensen
Newcastle United need to add more quality and depth to their squad. Nick Pope is the only reliable goalkeeper at the Tyneside club right now, and the 22-year-old La Liga player could be the ideal acquisition.
The €40 million asking price seems affordable for clubs like Chelsea and Newcastle United. The 22-year-old goalkeeper could end up justifying the investment in the coming seasons. It will be interesting to see where he ends up eventually.
Jorgensen is still quite young, and he is likely to improve with coaching and experience. He could develop into a quality player for Chelsea in the coming seasons. The Blues certainly have the financial resources to afford him, and it will be interesting to see if they can beat Newcastle United to his signature.
Meanwhile, the Magpies are one of the wealthiest clubs in the world as well, and they will hope to secure the services of the talented young goalkeeper. It remains to be seen which of the two clubs and up winning the race to sign the 22-year-old La Liga-based goalkeeper.
