Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili to challenge Kepa Arrizabalaga at Stamford Bridge, APA reports citing Sportskeeda.
According to the source, new Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino has decided he is happy with Kepa being his No.1 shot-stopper next season. The Spaniard is now expected to stay with the west Londoners.
However, the 28-year-old could be given competition in the form of Mamardashvili. The Valencia goalkeeper is reportedly well-placed to arrive at Chelsea if Edouard Mendy is sold. The Senegalese shot-stopper is in talks with Saudi giants Al Ahli over a three-year deal.
Mamardashvili, 22, was in fine form this past season, keeping nine clean sheets in 42 appearances across competitions at the Mestalla. Given his age, the Georgian international could be signed as the long-term replacement for Kepa.
Chelsea were previously interested in Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana. However, they have stepped away from their pursuit of the Cameroonian valued at £50 million. Pochettino is happy to head into the 2023-24 campaign with Kepa as his first-choice shot-stopper.
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