Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez has joined Como on loan, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Romano reported exclusively that Como and Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement for the temporary move involving the Spain international. The two clubs have agreed the terms of the loan, with Sanchez set to continue his career in Italy.
Sanchez will replace Pepe Reina at Como, with the experienced goalkeeper preparing to leave the club. The change between the posts means Sanchez is set to take over from Reina as Como’s new goalkeeper.
The move represents a fresh chapter for Sanchez after his spell with Chelsea. His temporary switch to Como will take him away from Stamford Bridge and give him the opportunity to continue his career with the Italian club.
Romano’s “Here we go” confirmation follows the agreement between the two clubs over the loan arrangement. Although the report describes the deal as a verbal agreement, the terms of the loan have been settled by Chelsea and Como.
For Como, Sanchez’s arrival comes as Reina is set to depart. The Spanish goalkeeper is therefore expected to fill the vacancy created by Reina’s forthcoming exit.
The transfer also marks the latest stage of Sanchez’s career after his time at Chelsea. His move to Como means the 26-year-old goalkeeper will now begin a new period with the club, while Chelsea have agreed to let him leave on a temporary basis.
Como and Chelsea have not been reported as having agreed a permanent transfer. The arrangement described by Romano is a loan, with the clubs having reached an understanding over its terms.
The move was initially presented with the phrase “Here we go!”, Romano’s familiar confirmation that an agreement had been reached. His report identified Sanchez as the goalkeeper who will replace Reina at Como and confirmed that the loan had been agreed between the clubs.
As Sanchez prepares to join Como, Reina’s departure will bring an end to his time as the club’s goalkeeper. The two developments are directly linked, with Sanchez moving into the role that Reina is set to vacate.
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