Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has been told he has a chance to become Denmark’s starter at next summer’s World Cup if he plays more football.
The number one spot in the national team remains open, but the 23-year-old is yet to start a Premier League match for Enzo Maresca’s side.
He has made only one league appearance this season, coming on early against Manchester United after Robert Sanchez’s red card, and his involvement has otherwise been limited to two Carabao Cup starts and one Champions League appearance against Ajax.
For a goalkeeper with his ability and international ambitions, that lack of opportunity could prove significant in the build-up to the 2026 World Cup.
Within Denmark’s international set-up, the goalkeeping role is still undecided.
Mads Hermansen has struggled for consistent form at West Ham, while Kasper Schmeichel only saved three of the 14 shots he faced as Denmark drew 2-2 with Belarus and fell to a 4-2 loss against Scotland in a disastrous last two matches of their qualifying campaign.
Those results mean Denmark will now have to navigate the European play-offs in March to secure their spot in next year’s tournament.
Jorgensen would be in pole position to start those matches, but only if he plays more football.
Given his talent, age and experience, European clubs could show interest as the January transfer window approaches, especially if he is available on loan.
Any departure would have implications for Chelsea, who have no plans to reduce their goalkeeping depth but could sign a replacement or recall Mike Penders from his successful loan spell at Strasbourg.
Since joining Chelsea from Villarreal in 2024, Jorgensen has made just 28 appearances after arriving as one of Europe’s most highly regarded young goalkeepers.