Back to the Chelsea Newsfeed

Chelsea set to sign Marcus Bettinelli on a free transfer to offer back-up to No 1 goalkeeper Edouard Mendy after England stopper turned down Aston Villa after leaving Fulham

Chelsea are set to complete the signing of former England international goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli.

The ex-Fulham shot-stopper, who turned down advances from Aston Villa, has agreed a two year deal with the European champions and is expected to sign for the Blues in the coming days on a free transfer after his deal at Craven Cottage expired.

Bettinelli is due to complete his medical and sign for the club in the next 48 hours.

Chelsea are set to seal the signing of Marcus Bettinelli on a free transfer. He spent last season on loan at Middlesbrough (pictured) before his contract at Fulham expired

Chelsea have been on the look out for a new goalkeeper following the departure of Willy Caballero at the end of last month.