The two goalkeepers have been doing well this season and have been giving manager Thomas Tuchel selection headaches.
Mendy is still considered the first-choice goalkeeper at Stamford Bridge. However, while he was at AFCON in January, Kepa took charge between the sticks.
The Spaniard impressed everyone, and there were a few calls for him to remain in goal. However, Mendy took the gloves back as soon as he returned from international duty.
While speaking at a press conference ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash against Lille, Mendy was quizzed about his situation with Kepa.
The Senegal shot-stopper revealed that the two are on good terms and have no issues on or off the pitch. He said:
Thomas Tuchel on Kepa Arrizabalaga’s situation at Chelsea
Thomas Tuchel has revealed that he thanked Kepa Arrizabalaga for his neat displays in goal while Edouard Mendy was away on international duty.
The manager recently spoke about his decision to play Mendy over Kepa in the Club World Cup final. According to him, it was a harsh decision, but everyone was on board with it.
The German tactician said:
Chelsea will play in the Carabao Cup final this weekend (Sunday, 27th February). Kepa has been the cup goalkeeper for the Blues. However, there are indications that Mendy will take charge as the west London giants target another trophy this month.
Chelsea will face Liverpool, who are back in fine form and will be hunting for their first domestic cup competition win under Jurgen Klopp.
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