There is no doubt that there is an element of risk attached to an approach such as this that could see Sanchez remain as the Blues number one for next season.
Chelsea need to make progress after what was a promising debut season under Maresca, but that will not be easy if Sanchez remains as first choice, and continues to make the errors he did this campaign.
Of course, the Spaniard is close to Roberts, having previously described him as his “second father” [The Sun] and so this latest update may raise eyebrows.
Some Chelsea fans have felt that connection between the pair has helped Sanchez keep his place in the side despite underperforming at times.
This is unlikely to change that feeling, and it could add to the frustration if the goalkeeper continues to make things hard for his team in the coming campaign.
In that respect, the pressure on Sanchez may well have increased even further now, not only to deliver for Chelsea, but also to stave off any questions about how he is keeping his place in the starting XI.