Chelsea clarifies stance on Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa amid rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Chelsea has denied interest in Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa following numerous rumors. Reports from multiple sources state the club remains committed to current keeper Robert Sánchez. Chelsea is currently preparing for a friendly against Juventus in Hong Kong. There are suggestions that a transfer could still happen this summer, but Costa will not be joining Chelsea. The team's midfield may see changes if Enzo Fernandez departs, with manager Xabi Alonso eyeing a potential replacement.
- •Chelsea not pursuing Diogo Costa from Porto.
- •Team focused on friendly match against Juventus in Hong Kong.
- •Robert Sánchez remains the club's first-choice goalkeeper.
- •Potential midfielder addition if Enzo Fernandez leaves.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea send out strong brief over rumoured £50m goalkeeper interest
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