Chelsea Close to Signing Rennes Goalkeeper, Edouard Mendy

Rennes goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is closing in on a move to Chelsea after they made a breakthrough in talks on Friday, which saw the 28-year-old pull out of a training session to complete talks.

Chelsea had a verbal agreement for a five-year contract with Mendy, but have found it harder to come to an agreement over a fee for their primary goalkeeping target.

According to reports, Chelsea and Rennes have already agreed the terms for the 28 year-old player.

“Edouard Mendy will be in London on next few hours – the deal is 100% done”, tweeted Fabrizio Romano, a knowledgeable source on European football.

“The deal is done !! Ready for medicals and signing. #Chelsea have a new great goalkeeper. Good luck to #Mendy”, wrote Sky Sport journalist, Angelo Mangiante.

Mendy is expected to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga, as Chelsea’s first choice keeper.

September 11, 2020