Following a breakthrough first campaign—culminating in UEFA Conference League glory and a return to the Champions League—Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca appears intent on reshaping key positions.
Enzo Maresca Confirms Filip Jorgensen Not in First-Team Plans for 2025–26
Now, that overhaul includes a major decision in goal: Filip Jorgensen, the Dane signed for about £21 million last summer, has been informed he will not be Chelsea’s first-choice keeper next season.
Despite Jorgensen’s steady performances in cup competitions, Media reports that Maresca has told him he “isn’t going to be number one”, and the player “does not want to be number two”.
With Robert Sanchez likely to take the reins in the Premier League opener and Maresca eyeing a high-calibre signing, the message to Jorgensen is clear.
Maresca has already given the green light for Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic to seek moves elsewhere.
This leaves Chelsea with Sanchez, Jorgensen, Petrovic, and young academy talent Mike Penders—all vying for the No 1 spot.
The emergence of Maignan from AC Milan remains a possibility, although recent negotiations have stalled due to valuation differences.
What’s next for Jorgensen?
Loan move likely: Jorgensen is expected to prioritize regular first-team minutes—potentially via a loan to clubs like Strasbourg.
Club’s perspective: Maresca’s vision demands a keeper with consistency, distribution skills, and leadership—traits Jorgensen must prove elsewhere before returning.
Chelsea’s goalkeeping scenario remains in flux. If Maignan arrives, it would solidify the No 1 role and likely determine departures for the current crop.
Meanwhile, Penders, yet to fully step up, may be loaned out to gain vital experience.
For Jorgensen, this summer marks a pivotal career moment. Whether on loan or elsewhere permanently, his next steps will define both his trajectory and Chelsea’s goalkeeping legacy.
