Former Premier League goalkeeper Brad Friedel has called on Manchester United and Chelsea to sign New England Revolution goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic. The 23-year-old has been drafted in to replace Matt Turner following his move to Arsenal last year and is already regarded as the best goalkeeper in the MLS. Reports suggest Revolution value him at £24million with a host of European clubs credited with interest. Friedel believes Petrovic is already good enough to make the switch to England and is ready to become no1 at Old Trafford or Stamford Bridge.
Who is Djordje Petrovic?
Djordje Petrovic is a Serbian goalkeeper who currently plays for New England Revolution in the MLS. He was drafted in to replace Matt Turner following his move to Arsenal last year and has quickly established himself as the best goalkeeper in the league. Petrovic is known for his quick reflexes, excellent shot-stopping ability and commanding presence in the penalty area. He has been linked with a move to Europe, with Manchester United and Chelsea among the clubs reportedly interested in signing him.
Why does Brad Friedel think Petrovic is good enough for Manchester United or Chelsea?
Brad Friedel is a former Premier League goalkeeper who played for Blackburn and Tottenham during his career. He believes that Petrovic is already good enough to start for Manchester United or Chelsea, despite his relative lack of experience. Friedel has been impressed by Petrovic’s performances in the MLS and believes that he has the potential to become one of the best goalkeepers in Europe. He also thinks that Petrovic would be a good fit for either club, given their current goalkeeper situations.
What are Manchester United’s goalkeeper options?
Manchester United are in the market for a new goalkeeper this summer, with David de Gea’s contract set to expire at the end of June. The club have pulled their original offer to leave his future in considerable doubt. The club are in talks with Inter Milan over a £43million move for Andre Onana with the Cameroon international now believed to be United’s first choice option to replace de Gea.
What are Chelsea’s goalkeeper options?
Chelsea are also linked with a new goalkeeper although recent reports suggest Kepa Arrizabalaga has been given reassurances he will start the season as Mauricio Pochettino’s no1. The Spanish goalkeeper has struggled for form and consistency since joining the club in 2018 and has been linked with a move away this summer. Chelsea have been linked with several other goalkeepers, including Gianluigi Donnarumma and Jan Oblak, but it remains to be seen who they will sign.
Conclusion
Djordje Petrovic is a talented young goalkeeper who has impressed in the MLS. Brad Friedel believes that he is already good enough to start for Manchester United or Chelsea, and he could be a good fit for either club. However, it remains to be seen whether either club will make a move for him this summer, given their other goalkeeper options. Manchester United are in talks with Inter Milan over a move for Andre Onana, while Chelsea have given Kepa Arrizabalaga reassurances that he will start the season as no1.