The Blues are in a busy summer window ahead of the next season. As they are looking for key players in the position they lacked in last season. One such position is that of the goalkeeper that the Blues have faced problem for in the in this season. They are looking for a long term solution in that position with a young and talented keeper in sight for them. After exploring many options in that position. The Blues have sight their eyes in Porto main goalkeeper Diogo Costa. The goalkeeper from Porto who is also the goalkeeper for the Portugal international team. He has impressed the fans and teams across Europe due to his good performance. His performance in the UEFA Champions League and Primeira Liga has given him a good reputation. With the Blues looking for younger options in the market Costa being a 24 is a good option.
MD | Diego Costa is the goalkeeper that Barcelona sporting management likes the most. The relationship with his agent is good and can facilitate things. Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also interested in him. pic.twitter.com/v1rDodI0mq
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Diogo Costa rise to the top:
Costa has come a long way through the ranks since joining Porto’s youth academy. Coming from the very low levels of the game he has become the top choice for both his club and country. His major rising season came in 2021-22 where his good performance helped Porto win the domestic league. With a height of 6’4″ he stands tall between the posts helping the team from the back. With accurate pass from the back to front to help the team press forward. This kind of play will surely help the Blues where they have struggled in that position due to individual errors from the keeper. So their interest in Costa is not a surprising news. With Roberto Sanchez filling the spot this season for the Blues failed to perform the Blues. Costa’s release clause is reportedly set at €75 million for him in Porto.
Chelsea plan for Diogo Costa:
The potential deal for Costa is part of plans for the Blues as they want to sign a young keeper in their ranks. Since the new ownership the Blues are going in for young players with a vision for the future. By getting many young key players like Palmer, Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Liam Delap. With Costa he perfectly fits into the system as a young player himself. Already having an experience of more than 200 games for both club and country. Adding him to the team is a valuable addition to the team. As he could help the team win by not conceding the errors that could let to goal for the opponent due to individual errors. The Blues are also looking for a stable defender for their side. With Costa the Blues are also interested in the French and AC Milan keeper Mike Maignan.
Author’s opinion:
With this potential deal for Costa the Blues are looking to rebuild their squad properly. This season the Blues have a very good season as they already have a Champions League qualification for the next season. With that they also won the UEFA Conference League beating Betis from Spain. They are looking to add key players to compete for the Premier League title with boss Enzo Maresca. As the club world cup insight they will look to complete the deal as soon as possible the solve the current issues.
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