Chelsea have set their sights on Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, as the Blues have put forward a loan offer.

It is believed that the Seagulls would accept a short-term move for their want-away stopper, but a permanent switch is preferred.

Robert Sanchez sets sights on Chelsea switch

Sanchez fell down the pecking order at Brighton last term after Roberto De Zerbi opted to side with Jason Steele as his number one.

A number of clubs have shown an interest in the Spaniard this summer, but Tottenham and Manchester United both opted for moves for other goalkeeping targets.

Chelsea remain keen to improve their options in the position, and formal talks over a deal have begun, according to TalkSPORT.

Brighton have braced themselves for Sanchez’s departure throughout the summer, as they handed his number one shirt to incoming keeper Bart Verbruggen.