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Kepa Arrizabalaga reveals Chelsea talks are scheduled as goalkeeper drops future hint amid impressive spell on loan at Bournemouth

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  • Kepa on loan at Bournemouth
  • Cherries want to keep Spaniard permanently
  • No buy option for South Coast side
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Kepa has recaptured his form at Bournemouth following a difficult spell at his parent club. Although his loan deal has no option to buy at the end of it, the Cherries are reportedly keen to make the signing permanent this summer. However, the stopper has made no guarantees about his future.

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    WHAT KEPA SAID

    Speaking in a recent interview, the Spaniard admitted talks about his future are scheduled with Chelsea in the coming weeks. He said: "Obviously what I can say is that I'm really happy and I'm enjoying my playing time here. I think I'm showing that and I'm feeling well on the pitch. It's not the time to think about the future, we're going to take the decision, we're in touch with everybody and now I'm under contract with Chelsea. We have some conversations to have, they will happen in the next few weeks and then we'll decide."

  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    While the 30-year-old admits he is enjoying his time at the Vitality Stadium, he may want to take time in the summer to reassess his options. Kepa spent a season on loan at Real Madrid before making the journey back to England and he may feel he can take a step up after getting his form back in the Premier League.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR KEPA?

    Either way, it seems unlikely that Kepa remains at Chelsea beyond the summer. His Blues contract is valid until the summer of 2026, leaving little time for the West London club to cash in on him if there are any suitable offers this summer.