Previously, he was the club’s record signing. Despite Tuchel’s efforts to restore Kepa Arrizabalaga’s career, the Spain international is expected to leave this summer.
Although Edouard Mendy has cemented his position as the club’s No.1, Kepa has shown to be a capable backup since Frank Lampard judged the German surplus to requirements.
Last season, Kepa made 15 appearances in all competitions, but he only played once after missing the game-winning penalty in the Carabao Cup shootout loss to Liverpool in February.
Mendy will be rewarded with a new contract this summer, according to Football.London, despite being one of Tuchel’s lowest paid players.
While the Senegalese international’s position as No. 1 is unaffected, Chelsea’s backup choices are limited.
Chelsea are trying to buy another goalkeeper after allowing veteran Willy Caballero to join Southampton midway through last season. Despite the fact that Nathan Baxter impressed while on loan at Hull City last season, Chelsea are keen to sign another goalkeeper.
The Guardian report that Chelsea remain interested in Slonina who is a USA Under-20 international and last month turned down a call-up from Poland, whom he is also eligible to represent.
In August 2021 he became the youngest starting goalkeeper in MLS history when making his Chicago debut.