Chelsea and Man United keen on Gregor Kobel
Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel has been linked with a move away from the club at the end of the season.
Chelsea and Manchester United are interested in signing the 28-year-old player, according to a report from FussballDaten.
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Man United very keen on Gregor Kobel
Manchester United are among the most serious candidates to sign the player. They are looking to add more quality and depth to the goalkeeping unit. Senne Lammens has done quite well since joining the club, and the Swiss goalkeeper could compete with him for the starting spot.
More competition for places will help both players improve.
On the other hand, Chelsea is interested in the goalkeeper as well. They need to find an upgrade on Robert Sanchez, who has been underwhelming since joining the club. It will be interesting to see if they can agree on a deal with the German outfit.
Chelsea also tried to sign Kobel last year.
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Dortmund set asking price for Kobel
Dortmund are prepared to sanction his departure for a fee of around €55 million. He has a contract with the German outfit until 2028, and the German side is under no pressure to sanction his departure for cheap.
It remains to be seen whether Chelsea or Manchester United will submit an offer of around €55 million to get the deal done.
Kobel is at the peak of his career, and he could make an immediate impact in the Premier League. He will want to play regularly, and it remains to be seen whether Manchester United or Chelsea is prepared to provide him with the necessary gametime assurance.
Perhaps a move to Chelsea could be more attractive to the Swiss International goalkeeper, and he would be a guaranteed starter there. At Manchester United, he would have to compete with the Belgian Lammens.
