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Returns to Chelsea squad Penders is back with Chelsea's squad in Hong Kong after his participation with Belgium at the World Cup, where he did not register a single minute, the club announced.

Impact Penders' shot-stopping and composure with the ball at his feet have marked him as one of the more promising young goalkeepers in the pipeline, and Robert Sanchez's current injury issue opens the door for him to make an early case for a bigger role. His return gives him a real opportunity to press his claim for the number one spot heading into the new season. Penders is expected to continue building up his fitness as he looks to seize this chance in Chelsea's goalkeeping rotation.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Chelsea Penders will return to parent club Chelsea following the conclusion of his loan spell at Strasbourg.

Impact Penders was an ever-present figure for Strasbourg last season, making 33 Ligue 1 starts across 2,970 minutes, recording 108 saves and eight clean sheets while conceding 47 goals and saving one penalty. Penders will head back to Chelsea after playing the World Cup with Belgium where his future under new coach Xabi Alonso will be determined heading into the 2026/27 season, with his outstanding campaign in France making a strong case for a bigger role at senior level.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Strasbourg coach criticises home fans who raised banner against club striker Emegha

Strasbourg coach Liam Rosenior has hit out at fans who displayed a banner criticizing club captain Emanuel Emegha over his move next season to Chelsea

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Transfers to Chelsea Penders has completed a transfer to Chelsea from Genk, according to his new club.

Impact Pender was set to join Chelsea following the 2024/25 season after his deal was confirmed in August 2024, finally having the deal done Wednesday. He is only 19 years old but did make 26 appearances last season, showing a decent spell of play with Genk. That said, he is still going to be far down the pecking order in net, probably sitting as their fourth-string goalie.

JUNE 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE