Chelsea have made a decision regarding Gabriel Slonina's future for the remainder of the Premier League season. Graham Potter has so far opted to select Kepa Arrizabalaga ahead of Edouard Mendy since replacing Thomas Tuchel as manager.
There remain concerns regarding both senior goalkeepers at Stamford Bridge with Mendy suffering injuries and poor form, whilst Kepa has never fully convinced supporters since his mega-money move from Athletic Bilbao. Talks over a new deal for the Senegalese goalkeeper have stalled and there is a growing expectation that Mendy will leave the Blues this summer.
Slonina arrived with plenty of potential but given the competition between Mendy and Kepa, Chelsea felt it was best for him to continue his development with Chicago Fire until January. The American goalkeeper returned to London for a two-week training camp in October before making his U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) debut on Wednesday in a friendly, highlighting his talent with a great save on his first appearance.
