PHOTO: Marco Amelia and agent spotted celebrating Chelsea contract
Former AC Milan goalkeeper Marco Amelia looks set for a switch to Stamford Bridge after he and his agent, Federico Pastorello, were photographed smiling side-by-side in celebration of a contract with Chelsea.
"Dinner with #marcoamelia to celebrate the contract with @chelseafc !!! Good luck !!" Pastorello wrote as the photo's caption.
Amelia was linked with the Blues after Jose Mourinho lost his starting goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, to a long-term injury. Asmir Begovic has stepped in as the new No. 1, but without a suitable backup, Chelsea could be in a spot of trouble if Begovic also picks up an injury or suspension.
Related: PHOTO: Chelsea 'keeper Thibaut Courtois provides injury update
Most official moves would need to be completed in January, upon the opening of the winter transfer window. However, since Amelia is a free agent, he could join the Blues immediately.
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