LONDON – The Liam Rosenior era at Stamford Bridge is set to begin with a statement of intent. The newly appointed Chelsea head coach is reportedly preparing a major shake-up of the starting XI, with goalkeeper Robert Sánchez the first high-profile name expected to be dropped.
According to The Athletic’s Simon Johnson, Rosenior has spent his first days evaluating the squad and has identified the goalkeeper position as a priority for immediate change. Despite being an “untouchable” under previous management, Sánchez’s inconsistent form has failed to win over the new boss.
End of the Road for Sánchez?
Rosenior’s tactical approach demands a goalkeeper with high command of the area and elite distribution qualities he believes have been lacking in Sánchez’s recent performances. The Spaniard has been under intense scrutiny from the Chelsea faithful following a string of high-profile errors in the Premier League.
Sources suggest that Rosenior views a change between the posts as the “catalyst” needed to fix Chelsea’s defensive fragility. While a final decision on a permanent sale has not been made, the message inside Cobham is clear: no one is safe from the bench.
The Rise of Filip Jörgensen
With Sánchez facing a spell on the sidelines, the path is now clear for Filip Jörgensen to claim the number one shirt. The 23-year-old Danish keeper, who arrived last season with high expectations, has been waiting for a sustained run in the first team.
Jörgensen is understood to have impressed Rosenior’s coaching staff with his shot-stopping ability and composure on the ball. If handed the start in the upcoming fixtures, it could signal the end of Sánchez’s tenure as Chelsea’s primary option.
Squad Clear-out Imminent
The goalkeeper situation is just the tip of the iceberg. Reports indicate that Rosenior is working closely with the sporting directors to trim an bloated squad. Several fringe players are expected to be put on the transfer list as Chelsea looks to balance the books and reshape the team to fit Rosenior’s high-pressing philosophy.
Thiago Nuno is a football editor and analyst covering European leagues, match statistics, and transfer market trends.
