“He’s part of the list” – Chelsea ready to offload their ‘smartest signing’ of last summer

After suffering a heart-wrenching defeat in the League Cup final against Liverpool, Chelsea finds themselves contemplating a surprising move: selling a player they acquired just last summer. The disappointment of their recent loss lingers heavily, prompting the club to reassess their squad.

The Blues endured a nail-biting 1-0 defeat in extra time against Liverpool on Sunday. Jurgen Klopp’s decision to introduce several young talents proved pivotal, as his side gradually gained momentum throughout the match. This defeat was not just a setback; it was a blow to Chelsea’s pride. Gary Neville’s scathing critique, dubbing them “billion-pound bottle jobs,” further underscored the magnitude of their disappointment.

Chelsea’s ambitious owner, Todd Boehly, spearheaded a significant spending spree last summer. This spree saw the arrival of promising talents such as Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer, and Christopher Nkunku, all at considerable expense. However, with the recent setbacks, the club is now exploring avenues to recoup some of their investments.

One player who finds himself at the forefront of potential departures is Sanchez, who has endured a challenging season marred by injuries. Chelsea secured the services of the Spaniard from Brighton & Hove Albion for a reported fee of £25 million, with the intention of bolstering their goalkeeping department following the departure of Kepa Arrizabalaga. Initially hailed as a shrewd acquisition by former women’s goalkeeper Karen Bardsley, Sanchez’s tenure at Chelsea has been overshadowed by limited opportunities, making just 19 appearances for the club thus far. Dorde Petrovic has recently taken the reins between the posts, even featuring in the Cup final ahead of Sanchez.

Sanchez’s tenure at Chelsea got off to a rocky start, with early struggles compounded by subsequent injuries. His inability to maintain a consistent presence on the field may have contributed to the club’s decision to entertain offers for his services after just a year in London.

Amidst these deliberations, speculation swirls regarding a potential replacement for the 26-year-old shot-stopper. Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale has emerged as a rumored candidate, despite making only five Premier League appearances this season. The prospect of Ramsdale donning the Chelsea colors adds further intrigue to the ongoing transfer saga.