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Chelsea's Sanchez departs for Como on deadline day
Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez has left Chelsea following the club's acquisition of Argentina's number one Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa. The move comes as Chelsea reshuffles its goalkeeping options ahead of the transfer deadline.
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Robert Sanchez is departing Stamford Bridge after Chelsea secured the services of Argentina's first-choice goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Premier League rivals Aston Villa. The Spanish goalkeeper's exit comes as part of the club's roster adjustments during the final hours of the transfer window. Sanchez, who joined Chelsea in 2022, departs to make room for Martinez, the Copa América-winning custodian who has been a mainstay for Aston Villa. The 31-year-old Argentine international brings significant experience and pedigree to Chelsea's goalkeeping department following the club's decision to strengthen this area. Como, Sanchez's new destination, completes the transfer of the goalkeeper on deadline day, marking the conclusion of Chelsea's late managerial adjustments as the window draws to a close.