Chelsea fans divided over goalkeeper performance as Jorgensen struggles against Brighton

Chelsea supporters found themselves in a quandary during Friday’s match against Brighton, as new starting goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen struggled in his debut. The 22-year-old Swedish keeper, who replaced the previously criticized Robert Sanchez, conceded three goals in a disappointing performance that left fans questioning the team’s goalkeeping options.

Jorgensen, who joined Chelsea from Villarreal for £20.7 million last July, was given the nod by manager Enzo Maresca with the intention of providing stability in goal. However, his performance raised doubts among supporters, with some calling for Sanchez’s return despite the Spaniard’s own history of errors this season.

The match saw Jorgensen beaten by a long-range effort from Kaoru Mitoma and later caught out of position for Yankuba Minteh’s goal. These mistakes prompted a flurry of criticism on social media, with fans expressing their frustration at the team’s ongoing goalkeeping woes.

One supporter commented, “Choosing Jorgensen over Sanchez is like swapping one problem for another. Neither seems to be the solution we need.” Another added, “Jorgensen may be more comfortable with the ball at his feet, but his shot-stopping ability leaves much to be desired.”

The debate among Chelsea fans highlights the club’s struggle to find a reliable goalkeeper since the departure of Thibaut Courtois. With Jorgensen now facing scrutiny after just one start, the pressure is on for both him and the coaching staff to quickly address these issues as Chelsea aims to improve their league position.

As the season progresses, it remains to be seen whether Jorgensen can overcome this difficult start and establish himself as Chelsea’s first-choice goalkeeper, or if the club will need to reassess their options between the posts once again.