Bournemouth Close to Signing Chelsea Goalkeeper Djordje Petrović

Bournemouth are about to sign Djordje Petrović from Chelsea. They have made an official bid. The Serbian goalkeeper is reportedly ready to join the Cherries. They’re now waiting for Chelsea to give final approval to complete the transfer.

According to a previous report, Bournemouth have sent an official offer to Chelsea for goalkeeper Djordje Petrović.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Bournemouth decided to sign Petrović this week to improve their goalkeeping. They want to be ready for the new Premier League season. The 25-year-old recently had a successful loan spell at Strasbourg and was named Player of the Season. He has already agreed to personal terms with Bournemouth. Chelsea signed Petrović from New England Revolution in August 2023. They’re expected to finalize the transfer soon, which might be worth around €30 million.

A previous report confirmed that Bournemouth are deciding on a fee with Chelsea for Djordje Petrović, which could be around €30 million.

PETROVIĆ’S JOURNEY AND TEAM CONTEXT

Petrović faced challenges at Chelsea. He struggled to get consistent chances in a busy goalkeeping department. During his loan spell in France last season, he kept ten clean sheets in 37 Ligue 1 matches for Strasbourg.

According to a previous report, Djordje Petrović kept 10 clean sheets in 37 Ligue 1 games and helped Strasbourg qualify for the UEFA Europa Conference League.

Despite performing well, he wasn’t included in Chelsea’s FIFA Club World Cup squad, leading to speculation about his departure. Bournemouth, who finished 12th in the Premier League last season, want to strengthen their squad and improve on last year’s stability. Their pursuit of Petrović shows their desire to climb higher in the table. Chelsea, meanwhile, need to reshape their squad after finishing fourth in the Premier League last season, guaranteeing Champions League qualification.

According to a previous report, Chelsea finished fourth in the Premier League last season, guaranteeing Champions League qualification.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR BOURNEMOUTH AND PETROVIĆ?

The deal might be completed in a few days, allowing Petrović to join Bournemouth for preseason training. Bournemouth’s first league match of the new campaign is against Liverpool, who finished last year as champions. The Cherries expect Petrović’s arrival to strengthen their defense and help them climb the table. Chelsea could use the transfer funds to sign new players as they aim to return to the Champions League places. Everyone will be watching Bournemouth’s next steps as they bring in one of Ligue 1’s standout goalkeepers.

According to a previous report, Bournemouth will open the campaign against Ipswich Town.