Chelsea Jorgensen’s Strasbourg switch draws near as Transfer News confirms

Another Chelsea star, 24‑year‑old goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, is set to leave for Strasbourg, with Transfer News reporting the move is near completion after his £20.7 million transfer from Villarreal in the summer of 2024. The deal, which sees him return to the UK after his stint at Chelsea, is described as almost done.

Chelsea signed Jorgensen as part of a strategy to buy young talent, stockpile depth and reassess quickly, paying a £20.7 million fee. The club’s pattern of acquiring prospects for sizable fees was evident in that amount.

Despite flashes of quality during Chelsea’s Conference League run, Jorgensen never displaced Robert Sanchez as first‑choice goalkeeper. The lack of Premier League minutes left him frustrated and eager for regular football to aid his Denmark ambitions.

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Strasbourg view the 24‑year‑old as a significant upgrade between the posts and have moved quickly, with salary details the only remaining hurdle. The BlueCo ownership link between the two clubs facilitates the transfer.

TeamTalk reported the deal is “almost done”, signalling the paperwork phase has begun after his return to the UK. The Move edges closer as both sides near agreement.

Chelsea are open to a permanent or loan departure, preferring to promote internal option Mike Penders rather than dip into the keeper market. This reflects the club’s broader squad‑management approach.

For Jorgensen, the switch promises regular starts in Ligue 1, while Strasbourg gain a higher‑quality goalkeeper, aligning with both clubs’ immediate objectives. Our View notes the exit mirrors Chelsea’s ongoing strategy.