August 05, (THEWILL) – Chelsea have completed a significant signing ahead of the new season, officially announcing the arrival of Spanish goalkeeper, Robert Sanchez, from Brighton and Hove Albion.
The English Premier League club confirmed the seven-year contract on Saturday, sealing the deal for a reported fee of £25 million for the highly sought-after Spain international. The move comes as Chelsea seek to strengthen their goalkeeping options after the departure of Edouard Mendy, who made a switch to Saudi Arabian side, Al-Ahli, earlier in the summer.
The London-based club is determined to bounce back from a disappointing 12th-place finish in the previous season, which marked their lowest position in the league since 1994. Under the guidance of new manager Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea is aiming to reinvigorate their fortunes, and the acquisition of Sanchez is seen as a crucial step towards achieving that goal.
Sanchez, known for his exceptional performances in the EPL and having represented Spain at the international level, is set to play a key role at Stamford Bridge. The co-sporting directors of Chelsea, Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart, who spoke about the signing said: “We are excited to watch him work with Mauricio and his coaching team during the season ahead.”
Having progressed through Brighton’s Academy, the 25-year-old goalkeeper brings a wealth of experience, with 87 EPL appearances for his former club. Towards the end of the previous season, Sanchez’s remarkable footwork and impressive passing ability caught the attention of Chelsea, making him a valuable asset for the upcoming campaign.
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