Enzo Maresca, recently appointed as Chelsea’s manager, is looking to bolster his squad by signing a player from another English team this summer.
After Maresca’s official announcement as the new manager last week, Chelsea strengthened their defense by acquiring Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer.
However, Adarabioyo is unlikely to be Chelsea’s only summer signing, as the club continues to be linked with various players.
Despite Maresca’s reported satisfaction with current goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, there are indications that Chelsea might still pursue another goalkeeper.
Besides Sanchez, the team also has Djordje Petrovic, who concluded the previous season as Chelsea’s primary goalkeeper.
This existing lineup suggests that signing a new goalkeeper may not be an urgent need for the Blues this summer.
Nevertheless, The Sun reports that Maresca is keen on bringing Burnley’s James Trafford to Chelsea.
The outlet claims that Trafford is Chelsea’s top long-term goalkeeping target and that his transfer could cost around £30 million.
Following Burnley’s relegation to the Championship, Trafford is likely seeking a move to a Premier League club.
Chelsea is not alone in their interest in Trafford, with Newcastle United also reportedly keen on the 21-year-old. This sets up a potential transfer battle between the two Premier League clubs.
However, Chelsea has a competitive edge, having recently secured Adarabioyo’s signature over Newcastle.
Additionally, Chelsea can offer Trafford the prospect of European football, unlike Newcastle, who missed out on the Europa Conference League following Manchester United’s FA Cup victory.
The final destination of Trafford this summer remains uncertain. Given Burnley’s drop to the Championship, it is anticipated that Trafford will leave Turf Moor, especially with prominent Premier League clubs like Chelsea and Newcastle vying for the England U21 international.
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