Fabrizio Romano says Premier League side have agreed to sign ‘brilliant’ Chelsea player on loan

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The push continues for Chelsea to try and part ways with a number of first team players before the transfer window slams shut on Friday.

A number of those players are not even with the first team right now, with them seemingly completely out of the plans under Enzo Maresca.

The first player who was seemingly on that list is Trevoh Chalobah, with him left off the pre-season tour in an attempt to accelerate his move away.

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Reports today suggested though that there could be an appetite to keep Chalobah at the club, with there being interest in signing Axel Disasi in his position.

Another player who is definitely surplus to requirements is Kepa Arrizabalaga. It was reported that Maresca banished him to train with the reserves.

Chelsea agree deal to loan Kepa to Bournemouth

It emerged last week that Bournemouth were showing an interest in bringing Kepa in on loan this summer.

Now, Fabrizio Romano has reported that a deal between the two parties had been agreed, with him undergoing a medical now.

He said: “Kepa to Bournemouth, deal done and medical tests ongoing now at AFCB ground!  Kepa signs one more year of contract at Chelsea now valid until June 2026 and joins Bournemouth on loan until July. Agreement done between all parties.”

The Spaniard is likely to be the starting goalkeeper for the Premier League side, with him extending his contract with Chelsea for another year in the process.

Chelsea sign goalkeeper Mike Penders

The goalkeeper situation at Stamford Bridge got some clarity from Maresca last week, where he confirmed Robert Sanchez was currently his Premier League goalkeeper.

This sees Filip Jorgensen currently operate as the cup option, with him impressing supporters on debut in the Conference League.

The Blues also today announced the addition of Mike Penders for the future, with him remaining at Genk for this season before being officially signed.