Chelsea are now nearing an agreement to sign a "world-class" star, and the deal could be closed as soon as "tomorrow", according to reporter Daniele Longo.
Blues set for yet another busy transfer window
BlueCo certainly haven't been shy to splash the cash since arriving at Stamford Bridge, and it looks as though yet another summer of heavy spending could be on the cards, with targets being identified in a number of key positions.
Given that Nicolas Jackson has just one Premier League goal to his name in 2025, a new striker appears to be of particular interest to the Blues, despite having already signed Liam Delap, and an offer has now been made for FC Porto's Samu Omorodion.
Robert Sanchez has also been less than impressive, with Filip Jorgensen replacing the Spaniard at times last season, which means Enzo Maresca has also set out to sign a new goalkeeper, and Fabrizio Romano has dropped an update on their pursuit of Mike Maignan.
With an offer now on the table, the Blues are making progress towards securing Maignan's signature, and Longo has now taken to X to report on a further development, stating the AC Milan goalkeeper has reached a full agreement on a multi-year contract.
Not only that, but the west Londoners are "close to an agreement with Milan", and the deal could be closed by "tomorrow", suggesting it could be finalised before the June 10th deadline, meaning the Frenchman would be available for the Club World Cup.
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"World-class" Maignan could be exactly what Chelsea need
With the Blues set to return to the Champions League next season, it would make sense to bring in a goalkeeper who is proven at the top level, and the Milan shot-stopper certainly fits the bill in that regard.
The France international has 32 appearances to his name in Europe's elite competition, while also catching the eye over a sustained period of time in the Serie A, once being lauded as "world-class" by writer Carlo Garganese after impressing in the Milan derby.
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Maresca is also well-known for playing out from the back, which means it is important for his goalkeeper to be comfortable in possession of the ball, and the 29-year-old ranks in the 91st percentile for touches per 90 in the past year, when compared to his positional peers.
All the signs indicate that Maignan could be a fantastic signing for Chelsea this summer, but it remains to be seen whether they are willing to stump up Milan's valuation of €30m (£25m), given that the Cayenne-born goalkeeper will turn 30 in July.