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Robert Sanchez was under the microscope following Chelsea’s opening-day victory in the Premier League against Fulham, and Blues fans have now chosen who they want to be his replacement.
All eyes were on Sanchez for both of Fulham’s goals in the 3-2 thriller at Craven Cottage, with him at fault for both moments that got their opponents back into the game.
Xabi Alonso tried not to pile the blame on the Spaniard after the match, but will surely have come to the conclusion that they cannot have ambitions of winning the Premier League with Sanchez in goal.
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Chelsea fans choose their replacement for Robert Sanchez
The Chelsea Chronicle asked Blues supporters who they would like to be their starting goalkeeper for the rest of the season on TalkingPoints, with a variety of names being mentioned.
Despite the amount of candidates, Aston Villa’s Emi Martinez continued to crop up as a popular option amongst supporters.
Robert Sanchez's errors leading to goal
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One user said: “Go and get Emi Martinez… he’d fit the character of Chelsea.”
Another added: “For a short-term solution, Martinez is an obvious choice. His confidence would quickly filter through the team and then allow Penders to settle in and get a few cup games under his belt.”
A third stated: “Emi Martinez or Diogo Costa. Or at least try Penders, but Sanchez should not be allowed in goal for Chelsea again.”
Finally, one user said: “I think Martinez for one or two seasons, then maybe Trafford.”
You can sign up to TalkingPoints here to give your take on the goalkeeping saga, as well as any other matters surrounding the club.
Chelsea’s chances of signing Emi Martinez
Martinez is seemingly out of the plans at Aston Villa after they have completed a deal to sign Zion Suzuki this summer.
Despite being available for a very achievable fee, Chelsea are not currently expected to sign the goalkeeper before the transfer window comes to an end.
It looks as if there are still going to be chances for Sanchez, however the emergence of Mike Penders as a genuine first team option could see him lose his place either way.
The youngster is expected to start the club’s second round EFL Cup tie against Luton Town at Stamford Bridge on Thursday.