Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez has officially terminated his contract with the club, bringing an end to his brief tenure at Stamford Bridge. The decision comes after limited playing opportunities under manager Mauricio Pochettino, with the Spanish international failing to secure a regular spot in the starting XI.
Sánchez joined Chelsea from Brighton & Hove Albion in the summer of 2023 with high hopes of becoming the club’s first-choice goalkeeper. However, despite his solid performances at Brighton, he struggled to make a significant impact at Chelsea, with Kepa Arrizabalaga often preferred for the role.
Sources close to the situation have indicated that both Sánchez and the club mutually agreed to part ways, with the 27-year-old seeking more regular playing time elsewhere. While the termination of his contract marks a setback for Sánchez, it also frees up space for Chelsea to pursue other goalscoring options in the transfer market.
Sánchez’s next move is still unclear, but several clubs are reportedly interested in acquiring his services as he looks to rebuild his career and regain his place as a key figure in La Liga or the Premier League. Chelsea, on the other hand, will now look to continue their squad overhaul as they aim for better consistency in the coming months.
This move is the latest in a series of player departures from Chelsea, as the club works towards reshaping its squad for the future.