Overview

• Multiple outlets report Chelsea plan to pursue a pre-contract with Mike Maignan in January with a view to a free transfer at season’s end.
• The Sporting News and CaughtOffside reference TBR Football in stating Chelsea feel confident about landing the AC Milan goalkeeper.
• Summer efforts reportedly included agreeing personal terms with Maignan, but talks with Milan broke down over a transfer agreement.
• There has been no official confirmation from Chelsea, AC Milan, or the player regarding negotiations or an agreement.
• Maignan is described as an elite, top-tier goalkeeper, and his signing is framed as a response to criticism of Robert Sanchez’s recent performances.