Chelsea set to rectify critical flaw in squad with enticing proposal in January: report

One ongoing concern within the Chelsea starting lineup has been their goalkeeper position. Despite investing significant funds, the Blues have struggled to find a reliable goalkeeper that can truly elevate them to trophy contention. Although Robert Sanchez has been the top choice out of the eight goalkeepers available at the start of the 2024/25 season, his errors on the field suggest that an upgrade may be necessary.

And it seems like the Chelsea recruitment department have settled on the ideal replacement for Sanchez, with the club preparing a hefty bid for the January transfer window.

Chelsea keen on top goalkeeper Gregor Kobel

According to German outlet Bild, Chelsea are looking to sign Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel as soon as possible, though they may have to wait until the summer to complete a deal.

The report suggests that the Swiss 'keeper will cost at least £58m to prise away from the Westfalenstadion, who is reportedly open to a move as Dortmund struggle in the Bundesliga and are at risk of missing out on Champions League football next term.

Though Transfermarkt values Kobel at £35m, his contract running for another three-and-a-half years indicates why Dormtund's price tag is much higher in comparison. He only signed that extension in October 2023, but with another season unlikely to end in success, Kobel is keen for trophies elsewhere.

Kobel would slot in seamlessly to Chelsea's side, too. Not only is he impressively agile at making saves and keeping the ball out the back of the net, but he's also relatively comfortable with the ball at his feet and is capable of playing a high line, thanks to his large frame.

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In FourFourTwo's view, a top goalkeeper is exactly what Chelsea need next to close the gap to the top sides in the Premier League and Europe, with Kobel an ideal choice.

The report is trustworthy, and while the price tag seems especially high, the Blues have proven in recent seasons that they're more than willing of matching those sorts of fees.