I Can Turn Things Around At Chelsea – Kepa

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I Can Turn Things Around At Chelsea – Kepa

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga says he believes he can “turn the situation around” at the club after being dropped by Frank Lampard following a poor start to the season.

Kepa, who joined Chelsea for £71m – a world-record for a goalkeeper – in 2018, has failed to establish himself in his first two campaigns at Stamford Bridge and was dropped by Lampard for back-up stopper Willy Caballero on multiple occasions last season as the club struggled defensively.

The 26-year-old Spaniard started Chelsea’s two opening Premier League games – against Brighton and Liverpool – but further unconvincing displays saw Lampard sign Edouard Mendy from Rennes, with the Senegalese goalkeeper now appearing to be first choice.

“I feel good, strong and confident,” Kepa said after joining up with Spain’s national team. “Maybe not the dream and expected situation.

“We have to experience things like this during our career as footballers. I need to carry on working calmly.

“I am confident to turn the situation around. When I have the opportunity to play I will try to do it the best possible.”