Djordje Petrović Set to Join Bournemouth in £25 Million Deal

Bournemouth are about to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrović for £25 million. The Serb will have a medical check soon before signing a long-term contract.

According to a previous report, Djordje Petrović has agreed to personal terms with Bournemouth.

WHAT HAPPENED

Bournemouth and Chelsea agreed on a deal for Djordje Petrović. Chelsea accepted Bournemouth’s £25 million offer this week. Petrović will have his medical check, then sign a five-year contract with Bournemouth. The club’s manager, Andoni Iraola, wants the 25-year-old goalkeeper to join his team. Last season, Petrović was on loan at Strasbourg. He was named Player of the Season and helped Strasbourg qualify for the UEFA Europa Conference League.

A previous report confirmed that he won Player of the Season at Strasbourg.

People thought he could compete for Chelsea’s top goalkeeper spot. But he didn’t make the Club World Cup squad, which cleared the way for this transfer.

Additionally, Chelsea reached the FIFA Club World Cup final after a 2-0 win over Fluminense.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

This move benefits both sides. Bournemouth get a good goalkeeper who impressed in Ligue 1. He strengthens their squad. Petrović takes over from Kepa Arrizabalaga, another Chelsea goalie who was on loan at Bournemouth last season. Chelsea benefit too. They signed Petrović for £14 million in 2023. Selling him for £25 million brings a profit.

As noted in previous reports, Chelsea are open to selling Djordje Petrović if they get the right price.

WHAT NEXT FOR PETROVIĆ AND BOURNEMOUTH?

After the medical check, Petrović becomes Bournemouth’s first-choice goalkeeper. Bournemouth are preparing for the 2025-26 Premier League season. They want to improve their performance and rank higher. Petrović’s experience will help them. Bournemouth aim to grow from last season and secure a strong mid-table finish. For Petrović, this is a big chance. He can prove himself in the Premier League and play regularly under Iraola.

Bournemouth finished 12th in the Premier League last season, which presents an opportunity for improvement as they strive for better results.