Alonso has found his goalkeeper! Chelsea won't let go of Diogo Costa transfer saga
The Spaniard has long set his sights on the Portuguese shot-stopper.
Details: According to Speedline, citing Footballplace, Chelsea continue to monitor Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa. The Portuguese club remains firm, demanding the full €60 million release clause. It's also noted that Xabi Alonso is a huge admirer of the player.
The Blues' interest in Costa has been simmering for several years, but now it seems more concrete than ever. The goalkeeper position remains arguably the only major problem area for Chelsea: Robert Sánchez has yet to shake off his reputation as a player prone to costly mistakes, and the club has been actively exploring upgrades—from Bart Verbruggen to Marco Carnesecchi.
Costa fits Alonso's requirements perfectly: not only is the Portuguese keeper rock-solid between the posts, but he's also outstanding at launching attacks with his distribution—a vital trait for the Spanish manager's style of play. The only stumbling block is the price: Porto has no intention of negotiating a discount and expects the keeper's price tag to rise further after the World Cup. PSG could also enter the race, as they're keeping close tabs on the situation.
Worth noting: in the 2025/26 season, the 26-year-old Costa played 49 matches for Porto, conceded 27 goals, and kept 26 clean sheets. His contract with the Dragons runs until summer 2027, and Transfermarkt values the Portuguese international at €40 million.
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