Fabianski to Swansea: thoughts

With the Fabianski to Swansea deal confirmed, there will be more uncertainty over Vorm's future at the Welsh club. The Dutch international who will be with Holland in Rio has been linked with a move to Liverpool to provide competition for Mignolet and this signing only adds to that. Until other moves happen and things become known after the World Cup, this is either a security move to add depth with second choice Tremmel not impressing in Vorm's injury absence, or a sign of Vorm's departure.

To speed along the process of analysis here's some quick points reflecting on the move:

• Vorm plays as a sweeper - both styles; distributor, being one of the greatest passers of the ball in league with great accuracy (a la Reina) - and goal chance interceptor, Lloris like in rushing out of his box to stop the attacker getting through in on goal - I don't think Fabianski can play in this style, meaning Swansea will have to adapt their defensive line and the way it plays
• Vorm makes amazing saves with his athleticism and reach rather than height! Fabianski doesn't have the matching desire to win as Vorm did when he made a name for himself
• Fabianski struggles with confidence (as shown when coming in as relief in Champions League etc.) but a lower pressure environment compared to Arsenal could help recapture his form, as with Mannone at Sunderland

Atletico Madrid sign replacement for Courtois

Atletico Madrid have moved in to sign Miguel Angel Moya from Getafe on a three year deal. This furthers the speculation over Courtois taking over at Chelsea and the possibility of Cech moving back to PSG for a fair wage. Atletico have seen quite the change in goalkeepers in recent years; not forgetting De Gea impressing enough to alert Ferguson as Van Der Saar's replacement, whilst winning the U21's tournament for Spain before the move, before Courtois joined. Having won La Liga with Courtois at the helm, it would appear that Atletico clearly have a lot of trust in their new starter, unless they expect him to bench for the Belgian star looking forward to display his talents at Rio just around the corner!

Jussi staying with the Hammers

With Adrian forcing Jussi onto the bench for 'big Sam', it's interesting to see him renew his contract for another season. It would seem that West Ham want a goalkeeper with experience for those 'just in case' situations given Adrian's slow transition into being a Premier league starter. Given how little game experience Adrian has, and how he was plucked from Spanish league obscurity, it's possible to wonder why they didn't bring in a budget younger goalkeeper for a cheap price with great upside and potential. But it's important not to forget the importance of a mentoring figure to assist in developing young goalkeepers and Adrian could learn a great deal about the expectations of playing at this level, as well as supporting each other through the season for the 'mental game' aspect of goalkeeping.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/27697033

Kasper re-signs

As the signings and chopping and changing in squads begin, Leicester have moved quickly to lock up the services of their free agent first choice Kasper Schmeichel. Having been on the radar of other Premier league teams last season, like Hull, to compete for a place in strengthening a team in the top division. But after sticking with the team that took him on, he has pushed the team forward to a history defining season, winning promotion for the side. To make sure they were sure of their goalkeeper way ahead of pre-season, for changing room and defensive relations, it was important for Leicester to keep his services. It will be the first time Kasper will be playing in the Premier league since his time under Erikson at Man City.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/27704670