Chelsea may renew efforts to sign 30-year-old French international Mike Maignan next year after failing to secure his services in the summer transfer window.

According to a report by Italian outlet Calciomercato, Mike Maignan remains been the subject of interest from Chelsea. The Blues were keen on reinforcing their first-team squad by signing a goalkeeper in the summer transfer window. So, the 30-year-old AC Milan shot-stopper was a target for the West London club.

However, the 2024/25 UEFA Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup winners decided against pursuing the Frenchman’s signature due to AC Milan’s asking price. While personal terms were not an issue, the Serie A club’s valuation ended the move. However Chelsea’s interest in Maignan has not ended, and they may return with a move next year.

Mike Maignan and his career so far

Mike Maignan has established himself one of the most reliable goalkeepers in the world since his spell with LOSC Lille. The 30-year-old became a household name during his time with Les Dogues, and he has gone from strength to strength since joining AC Milan from the Ligue 1 club in July 2021.

The French international has made over 150 appearances thus far for AC Milan while keeping 61 clean sheets and conceding 172 goals. However, Maignan’s long-term future has been uncertain, as he has entered the final 12 months of his contract. The situation did not gone unnoticed this past summer, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs, including Chelsea.

London calling next year?

Chelsea’s interest in Mike Maignan has been perplexing yet understandable. While Enzo Maresca has several goalkeepers in his squad, Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen were error-prone in the 2024/25 season. So, the AC Milan shot-stopper emerged as a viable target for the West London club.

However, a summer move did not materialise after Chelsea attempted to secure the 30-year-old Frenchman’s services before and after the FIFA Club World Cup.

While personal terms have not been an issue, the French international will not move to Stamford Bridge in the summer transfer window. The decision will benefit Robert Sanchez, who will be Chelsea’s first-choice goalkeeper in the 2025/26 season.