Mauricio Pochettino has decided on his number one pick for next season and plans to keep Kepa Arrizabalaga as Chelsea's number one goalkeeper, according to reports.
Chelsea have been linked with a number of goalkeepers this summer, including Inter Milan's Andre Onana and Brighton's Robert Sanchez.
The Blues spent £72m on Kepa - making him the most expensive goalkeeper in history - and a further £22m on Edouard Mendy.
But both were criticized at Stamford Bridge and it is thought Pochettino will be looking to bring in a new goalkeeper for his first season in west London.
However, according to Sky Sports, Pochettino is satisfied with Kepa and intends the Spaniard to be his number one choice next season. As a result, it is thought that signing Onana or Sanchez - who will need the No. 1 shirt - is unlikely, although Chelsea could still look to sign a reserve goalkeeper should Mendy want to move on. in the summer.
Sky Sports say Chelsea are focusing on other areas of the transfer market as they look to sign a new striker and central midfielder. The Blues are also keen to offload the cumbersome squad at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea finished 12th in the Premier League last season - closer to the relegation zone than Champions League spots - but will be hoping the arrival of Pochettino will put the club back on track.
Last week, the Chelsea owners sent out a letter to fans thanking them for their "incredible support" and reiterating their commitment to the club's "long-term" success. "Our promise is to make our fans proud," read a statement. “We remain fully committed to the long-term, sustainable success of the club and deliver on the promise we made to you.
“We know the huge potential we need to develop in order to develop Chelsea FC and that is a role we value. Everyone who works here is relentlessly focused on moving us forward.
"Throughout these difficult times, our fans have supported our players and teams across the country and Europe with unwavering loyalty. We couldn't be more grateful for your incredible support.
“We will continue to make sure your voice is heard as we look to the future. Despite all the challenges of the past year, we are optimistic about the future.
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