Chelsea are close to signing New England Revolution goalkeeper and Serbia international Djordje Petrovic, according to Evening Standard.

The 23-year-old is now Chelsea’s main target to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga, who joined Real Madrid on loan this week.

Chelsea are closing in on an £11.8 million deal to sign the shot-stopper, who is regarded as among the best in the MLS.

Robert Sanchez was given the Kepa’s No1 shirt and will likely continue as Mauricio Pochettino’s starting goalkeeper but Chelsea will bring Petrovic in as much-needed competition.

Petrovic is believed to be at the right level to push Sanchez and potentially take his No1 spot if performances slip.