Chelsea prepared to part ways with Kepa for this world-class keeper
By Kian Long
Chelsea fans will definitely be on board for this swap-deal.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is a strange case to analyse. Chelsea fans know full well that he is an incredible talent and when he is playing between the sticks, he rarely puts a foot wrong. However, the problem remains his attitude since not one but two managers have now suffered the same fate of not getting along with him; first, it was Maurizio Sarri and now it appears to be Frank Lampard.
This is not ideal, obviously. Just one bit of tension behind the scenes can lead to an overall unhappy dressing room, which Lampard will want to avoid. That said, the best option may be to sell Kepa, but who would come in as a replacement?
Well, there has been talk for a long time that Andre Onana would make a good goalkeeper at Chelsea and I would never dispute this. However, the latest name to emerge is even better, and I would go as far as arguing he is the greatest goalkeeper in the footballing world currently.
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I am of course talking about Jan Oblak. According to a report from The Mirror, this is who Chelsea want to include in a part-exchange deal involving Kepa. However, the Blues would need to include some cash in the negotiations too since Oblak is the superior keeper and Atletico hold him at a high value.
Jan Oblak has been at the top of his game for many seasons between the goalposts for Atletico now. He plies his trade consistently in La Liga, however, global football fans are treated to his amazing saves in the Champions League and Europa League often. He really is a safe bet for Chelsea, and as a rival fan, I fear what their team could look like next season if Oblak signs.
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Do you think Chelsea will sign Jan Oblak this summer?