London's Chelsea are close to resolving their goalkeeper issue. The club are in advanced negotiations for the transfer of Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa.
This is reported by journalist Pedro Almeida. According to him, the parties are already discussing the details of the transfer.
The new head coach of the Blues, Xabi Alonso, is looking for a goalkeeper who is confident with his feet and capable of starting attacks. The captain of Porto fits this role perfectly. Costa is expected to become the undisputed number one for the Londoners and resolve the stability issue that has eluded Robert Sanchez and other Chelsea goalkeepers.
There has been no official confirmation from the clubs yet, but the need for the Londoners to strengthen this position is evident.
Last season, the 26-year-old Diogo Costa played 33 matches in the Portuguese league and kept 21 clean sheets.
