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Following a successful loan spell with Strasbourg, Mike Penders (20) is set to return to Stamford Bridge and compete for a first-team role next season, according to [**The Athletic**](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7382334/2026/06/23/transfer-dealsheet-latest-arsenal-man-united/). The Belgian youth international will be hoping to impress Xabi Alonso and compete with David Sanchez for a starting role.
The 20-year-old was a regular starter during his loan spell at the Stade de La Meinau. He made 52 appearances across all competitions with the Ligue 1 club, conceding 65 goals and keeping 12 clean sheets. The goalkeeper only missed one game in the French first division last term.
#### Jorgensen to depart with Penders to stay?
With Penders set to stay in London and compete for a first-team role, this likely spells the end of the road for Filip Jörgensen. The Danish international stopper has struggled for opportunities since moving to the Premier League and only made 5 appearances in the top flight last season.
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