As Chelsea prepare for the Club World Cup to get underway in less than two weeks’ time, all eyes are on their first team players to see how they get on in some international warm up games.
A number of Blues have impressed so far, with Moises Caicedo’s tremendous form continuing as he represented Ecuador up against Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil.
Those who work on the board at Stamford Bridge will have also been closely analysing the performances of players they could look to make a move for in the summer transfer window.
Nico Williams certainly impressed in the Nations League semi-final win over France, with that positive result coming at the expense of France’s Mike Maignan.
Chelsea transfer target Mike Maignan stars for France vs Germany
The current AC Milan goalkeeper conceded five goals on that day, however was back to his best when they faced Germany in the third placed play-off.
Foot Mercato described the goalkeeper as their man of the match for the first half of the game, keeping his country in it before they went on to win 2-0.
They said: “The man of the first half for the French side. After a difficult year in Milan and conceding five goals against Spain on Thursday, the former LOSC goalkeeper was reassuring this Sunday. During the Blues’ weak spell in the first half, he made a series of saves to prevent the Germans from taking the lead.
“Always vigilant throughout the match, Maignan continued to frustrate the opposing attackers with numerous valuable runs.”
Maignan is keen on a move to Chelsea, and their presence in the Club World Cup could see a deal be reached in the very near future.
Chelsea could sign Maignan in next few days
With the new FIFA competition, the transfer window will temporarily close this week before opening again towards the end of June.
Therefore, if Chelsea want a new goalkeeper for the trip to the United States then he will need to be through the door quickly.
It has been reported Maignan’s deal could be agreed on Monday, in preparation for Tuesday’s temporary deadline.
The signing would likely bring an end to one of their goalkeeper’s time at Stamford Bridge, with one of Robert Sanchez, Djordje Petrovic or Filip Jorgensen set to be sold.
