David James has surprisingly claimed ‘outstanding goalkeeper’ Robert Sanchez can be the ‘foundation’ of Chelsea’s Premier League title challenge.

A number of pundits are of the belief that major trophies will be beyond Chelsea until Spanish shot-stopper Sanchez is replaced.

Sanchez, a £25m signing from Brighton, made a number of errors last season despite Chelsea qualifying for the Champions League and winning the Conference League.

The 27-year-old fared better during Chelsea’s victorious Club World Cup campaign over the summer and has been largely dependable this season, according to ex-England goalkeeper James.

James, speaking to Metro on behalf of AskGamblers, described Sanchez as ‘outstanding’ and even hailed Chelsea’s No. 1 as one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League.

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