The arrival of Kepa Arrizabalaga at Chelsea was met with great fanfare, as he became the most expensive goalkeeper in history. However, fast forward a few seasons and it seems the Spaniard’s time at the club is coming to an end. Reports suggest that Kepa has reported for pre-season training but is working separately from the first team, indicating that his future lies away from West London.
With only one year left on his deal, it appears that Kepa will depart Chelsea for a mere fraction of the fee that brought him to the club. This comes as a surprise to many, especially considering Kepa’s previous comments about his desire to stay long-term with Real Madrid when he first joined Chelsea on loan.
The decision to part ways with Kepa will also have financial implications for Chelsea, as they will be able to offload a player earning a reported £170k per week from their wage bill. A fresh start could be just what Kepa needs at this stage in his career.
In light of these developments, there have been rumblings that Kepa might “consider his options” over a summer move, especially after his agent’s recent comments. While the exact details of any potential transfer remain unclear, it seems increasingly likely that Kepa will be plying his trade elsewhere next season.
As one source close to the situation put it, “Kepa needs to think about what’s best for his career at this point. A move away from Chelsea could be just what he needs to reignite his form and find success once again.”
In the end, only time will tell where Kepa ends up next season, but one thing is for certain – his time at Chelsea appears to be drawing to a close.
