Chelsea Consider Bid for Newcastle Target Giorgi Mamardashvili

Chelsea are reportedly considering a move to sign Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, potentially hijacking Newcastle's interest in the player. According to football.london, the Blues are interested in Mamardashvili as they seek a new No1 goalkeeper, despite having signed Dorde Petrovic and Robert Sanchez last summer.

Newcastle are also interested in Mamardashvili as they aim to provide competition for, and eventually replace, Nick Pope. The Georgian goalkeeper has been a long-time target for Newcastle, but Chelsea's interest could complicate matters for the Magpies.

Chelsea Consider Bid for Newcastle Target Giorgi Mamardashvili

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea's manager, reportedly wants a new goalkeeper despite having signed two last summer. Mamardashvili is seen as a potential candidate to strengthen Chelsea's goalkeeping options, adding to the competition for the No1 spot at Stamford Bridge.

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In addition to Mamardashvili, Chelsea are also pursuing Filip Jorgensen as they look to bolster their goalkeeping options. Gabriel Slonina, another goalkeeper at Chelsea, is expected to go out on loan again.

Chelsea's interest in Giorgi Mamardashvili adds a new twist to the goalkeeper transfer market. Newcastle, who have been targeting Mamardashvili, may face stiff competition from Chelsea for the player's signature. Mamardashvili's future is uncertain, but it is clear that he is a player in demand as clubs look to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season.

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With Karius getting released, Newcastle will surely be looking to sign a new goalkeeper this season and the Valencia goalkeeper looks a promising replacement. But, with the FFP restrictions and Chelsea in the market, the Magpies will have a tough time getting their transfer targets into the club at the right time.

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