Bournemouth optimistic about reaching agreement with Chelsea over loan deal for Kepa Arrizabalaga after positive talks – with goalkeeper sidelined by Enzo Maresca

Bournemouth are optimistic of reaching an agreement with Chelsea over the loan of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, following positive talks over the weekend.

Kepa, 29, is expected to sign a contract extension with Chelsea on reduced terms before leaving on loan.

The goalkeeper, who played for LaLiga champions Real Madrid last season, has attracted the interest of several clubs this summer, including Saudi clubs.

Chelsea are planning to sell him, but with his contract expiring at the end of the current season, he will need to sign an extension before he can leave.

Andoni Iraola’s Cherries are looking to strengthen between the posts, with Kepa providing competition for club captain and current No.1 Neto.

Bournemouth are optimistic about completing a loan move for Chelsea’s Kepa Arrizabalaga

The goalkeeper could leave after being sidelined by Blues head coach Enzo Maresca

During his six-year, turbulent career at Chelsea, the Spaniard played 163 games and conceded 175 goals.

In 2018, he joined from Athletic Bilbao for £72 million, making him the world’s most expensive goalkeeper.