After several days of not actively getting involved in the transfer market, Premier League giants, Chelsea seems to be finally making advances with them now said to be edging closer to their first summer signing in a stunning transfer development.According to the latest reports from the Daily Mail reporter, Sami Mokbel (via Absolute Chelsea), the Thomas Tuchel’s side are closing in on a deal for star goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli with the 29 year old poised to undergo his medical examination with the London club in the next 48 hours.Moreover, the reports state that the experienced England international is set to sign a two-year deal with the Blues after his contract with Championship side Fulham expired at the end of June following his impressive loan spell with Middlesbrough in the 2020/21 campaign.Hence, the promising goalkeeper is now set to provide backup to Edouard Mendy with Kepa Arrizabalaga likely to leave the club before the transfer window closes after several struggles at the Stamford Bridge in the past few months.
