Sanchez embraces Penders competition ahead of EPL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:21 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez expressed confidence in the competition from Mike Penders as the club readies for the Premier League season. Sanchez, the established first-choice keeper, highlighted Penders' potential after the young goalkeeper's loan spell at Strasbourg. New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has emphasized that all positions, including goalkeeper, are up for grabs. Sanchez believes the rivalry will enhance performance levels within the squad. He prepares for his fourth season with Chelsea, having joined from Brighton in 2023.
- •Sanchez sees Penders as a valuable competitor.
- •Penders returns after a successful loan at Strasbourg.
- •Alonso's open competition policy includes the goalkeeper position.
- •Sanchez has made 111 appearances since joining Chelsea.
- •Season preparations are underway as Chelsea approaches the new EPL season.
- 6:21 PMYahoo Sports — Sanchez welcomes Penders competition
"Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez says competition from Mike Penders can only help raise standards as the club prepares for the new Premier League season.
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