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Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel may well be helped out by former Blues boss Maurizio Sarri in the summer transfer window. Roman Abramovich is expected to back Tuchel in the transfer market with several players linked with a move to Stamford Bridge.
That may change this time around though according to transfer expert Alfredo Pedulla.
Lazio are said to be interested in signing Kepa with club president Claudio Lotito pushing for a move.
Sarri famously had a very public spat with Kepa in the Carabao Cup final when the latter refused to be subbed off ahead of the penalty shootout.
The incident left Sarri incensed on the sidlines, but it appears as though the Italian coach has forgiven and forgotten.
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Frank Lampard tried to offload Kepa last summer (Image: GETTY)
Pepe Reina was the preferred option between the sticks last season having played 29 Serie A matches and it is claimed the Spaniard will stay at the club.
Selling Kepa though will free up funds for Chelsea to spend on recruits elsewhere on the pitch.
An out-and-out striker appears to be a top priority while Tuchel's desire to play with three centre-back means another defender will also be targeted.
And if Kepa leaves, Chelsea will need to bring in a reserve goalkeeper after releasing Willy Caballero earlier this month.