Chelsea can solve big Maresca problem with Maignan free transfer agreementChelsea’s summer spending spree neared £300m with double-digit arrivals, including Garnacho and Buonanotte. Despite bolstering the squad, a goalkeeping weakness remains. Chelsea targeted AC Milan’s Maignan but balked at the £25m price tag. However, they could sign him for free in 2026 via a pre-contract agreement.