Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard’s worry about his goalkeeping dilemma is set to receive a huge boost as Marina Granovskaia has reportedly agreed a deal with Rennes to sign Edouard Mendy.
There have been major concerns over Kepa Arrizabalaga’s long-term suitability for the No 1 jersey at Stamford Bridge.
Lampard had tasked his superiors with bringing in a new shot stopper to challenge the Spaniard.
His issues were brought to the fore when Arrizabalaga made a huge mistake in the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.
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And that seems to have convinced Granovskaia of how important it is to get a deal for Mendy done.
Personal terms were thought to have been agreed last week but the two clubs could not come to an agreement over the fee.
“The player will now undergo the medical examination in Berlin due to covid regulations in England!”
Meanwhile, Lampard called on his players to support Arrizabalaga following his clanger which led to Sadio Mane’s second goal.
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“It’s a clear mistake that has cost us,” Lampard said.
“We have to keep working, Kepa has to keep working and he has to have support around him, that’s very clear.
“Individually players need support, particularly from myself, and I give that to all the players.
“And now we’ve got to try to give him confidence, because that’s important.
“Nobody tries to make mistakes in football, that’s the nature of the game.”
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