Chelsea: Frank Lampard addresses injuries before Brighton game
Chelsea have not been short of signings this summer and Frank Lampard is set to continue spending cash. The club's Premier League campaign gets underway at Brighton on Monday night but the Blues could have another new addition by the time the contest gets underway. Express Sport brings you the latest from west London.
The signing of Rennes goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is believed to be almost done.
That's according to The Athletic's Adam Leventhal, who tweeted: 'Told deal for keeper Edouard Mendy to move to Stamford Bridge is “almost done” from source at Rennes. Understand fee is €20m (+ €5m add-ons).'
Mendy flew to England on Friday to put the finishing touches on his move and to undergo a medical.
Once he is announced as a Chelsea player he will look to put the pressure on Kepa Arrizabalaga and Willy Caballero.
We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy
Thiago Silva doubt raised
Jamie Carragher has claimed he thinks Thiago Silva could struggle in the Premier League due to his age.
He captained Paris Saint-Germain to the Champions League final but that was not enough to convince the Liverpool legend, who also highlighted Kepa as a weak point.
"I love Thiago Silva, he's been fantastic, but to come to the Premier League at 35, almost 36 I think in a couple of weeks, is a tough ask," he told Sky Sports.
"We've seen players like Laurent Blanc come play with Gary [Neville] who was a World Cup winner and found it tough when he came, so it's not easy to come.
"Thiago Silva won't win the league with Kepa behind him."