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Report: Chelsea goalkeeper Willy Caballero chased by West Ham

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Chelsea goalkeeper Willy Caballero is reportedly on the radar of London rivals West Ham this summer.

The 37-year-old has been the Blues number two option in goal this campaign, but his current deal at Stamford Bridge expires at the end of the season.

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Maurizio Sarri’s side have a Europa League final with Arsenal left to play before the campaign officially ends.

According to the Evening Standard, West Ham may swoop for Caballero when he becomes available on a free and want him to become their back-up option.

Hammers boss Manuel Pellegrini previously worked with the shot-stopper at Manchester City and a reunion could be on the cards.

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Caballero has been a steady second option in goal during his two years in West London and the club should perhaps look to extend his stay with a contract offer.

The Argentine is an experienced individual that is a great understudy to Kepa Arrizabalaga and could keep going in his role for another year.

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He kept five clean sheets in nine games for the Blues this season and it will be impossible to sign a replacement if the club’s transfer ban is upheld.

19-year-old goalkeeper Jamie Cumming could be an option to be promoted to the senior squad next season if Caballero leaves, but it would leave the club in a tough spot if Kepa picked up a serious injury.