Chelsea are reportedly close to securing the signing of Belgian goalkeeper Mike Penders from Genk for £17 million. The 19-year-old, who has captained Belgium’s U19 team, would become the club’s tenth goalkeeper after finalizing the move.
Despite an already crowded goalkeeping department, the Blues are set to loan Penders back to Genk as part of the deal, which includes a sell-on clause for any future transfer. Chelsea’s summer transfer activities have already seen them bring in Filip Jorgensen from Villarreal, adding to an extensive roster that includes Kepa Arrizabalaga, Robert Sanchez, and Djordje Petrovic, among others. Fans have reacted strongly on social media, with many calling for a transfer ban due to the club’s aggressive recruitment strategy.
With multiple goalkeepers in the squad and three more out on loan, Chelsea’s acquisition of Penders has left supporters bewildered, with some suggesting that a transfer ban might benefit the club.
Here is the best save highlight video of Mike Penders.
Mike Penders
Mike Penders
This season he played in total twice for 180 minutes for Pro League.
He made 3 saves and conceded 3 goals. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 14th in Pro League. In the last match Genk lost 3-1 against OH Leuven.
Genk performance and stats
Genk is currently 14th in the Pro League with 1 points.
In the last 2 games, it has drawn once and lost once. In its last match, Genk lost 3-1 against OH Leuven.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 1 goals and conceding 3.
Genk will play the next match in Pro League against Club Brugge on Sunday 11th of August in Genk. The prediction is Club Brugge winning the match.