Jorgensen Submits Chelsea Transfer Request Amid Pursuit of Regular Play

ChelseaTeam·Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has formally submitted a transfer request, signaling his intent to depart Stamford Bridge this summer. The 24-year-old, who joined the Blues in a £21.2 million deal from VillarrealTeam·Villarreal in the summer of 2024, has found regular first-team opportunities elusive, making only 11 Premier League appearances across the past two seasons.

Jorgensen's desire for more playing time comes as Robert SanchezPlayer·Robert Sanchez has largely remained the primary goalkeeper, limiting the Dane to just three Premier League starts last season. With ChelseaTeam·Chelsea reportedly planning to acquire a new goalkeeper ahead of the upcoming campaign, Jorgensen's position in the squad's pecking order would likely diminish further, prompting his decision to seek a move.

Despite his limited league appearances, Jorgensen played a significant role in ChelseaTeam·Chelsea's Conference LeagueCompetition·Conference League victory during the 2024-25 season. He started 12 matches in the competition, including the 4-1 final win over Real BetisTeam·Real Betis. However, the 2025-26 season proved challenging, marked by two serious injuries and a critical error in the Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League Round of 16 first leg against Paris Saint-GermainTeam·Paris Saint-Germain. In that match, Jorgensen's miscue led directly to a goal, contributing to ChelseaTeam·Chelsea's eventual 5-2 defeat at the Parc des Princes.

ChelseaTeam·Chelsea, under the leadership of Todd BoehlyCoach·Todd Boehly, is reportedly prepared to sanction Jorgensen's departure, seeking a transfer fee in excess of £15 million. This figure would represent a small financial loss for the club on the initial investment. Despite Jorgensen having five years remaining on his contract, the club appears amenable to his request for a fresh start.

Looking ahead, ChelseaTeam·Chelsea's goalkeeping situation remains a point of focus. While Xabi AlonsoCoach·Xabi Alonso is reportedly prepared to maintain faith in Robert SanchezPlayer·Robert Sanchez as the number one, the club also anticipates the return of Mike PendersPlayer·Mike Penders from his loan spell at sister club StrasbourgTeam·Strasbourg. Penders, a 20-year-old Belgian international, is reportedly part of ChelseaTeam·Chelsea's first-team plans for the next season and is understood to be content with a backup role. Should Alonso determine that an additional signing is necessary, ChelseaTeam·Chelsea could enter the market for another Premier League goalkeeper, with reports suggesting a potential pursuit of a £35 million option.