Reports reaching
futball.cf suggests that Premier League leaders Chelsea have agreed a deal in principle to sell out of favour goalkeeper Petr Cech to London rivals Arsenal.
Cech, 32, has spent the majority of the season playing second fiddle to new Blues keeper Thibaut Courtois, who returned to Stamford Bridge earlier this summer after spending three seasons on loan with La Liga champions Atletico Madrid.
Several publications have suggested the Czech international is unhappy with his current situation at the club, and he has been repeatedly linked with a move away from the bridge in recent weeks.
According to special reports, Chelsea’s Premier League rivals Arsenal are interested in snapping up the former Rennes star, who joined the Blues in 2004.
“It’s believed Wenger has already held talks with the Blues, and according to some reports, has agreed a deal to sign the veteran goalkeeper in January.”
Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is reportedly eager to strengthen his options between the sticks in January, and is allegedly willing to offer Chelsea £7m to acquire Cech’s services.
It’s believed Wenger has already held talks with the Blues, and according to some reports, has agreed a deal to sign the veteran goalkeeper in January.
With the ever-growing feud between Chelsea’s boss Jose Mourinho and Gunners Arsene Wenger, the deal may just not be reached as the Blues tactician would not want to strengthen his opposition.