Chelsea seeks £35 million for Chalobah as Como bids lower

Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah is the subject of a transfer pursuit from Italian club Como, with the Premier League side holding out for a fee of approximately 35 million pounds. The 26-year-old, currently with the England squad at the World Cup, is reportedly open to the move as Chelsea looks to reshape its defensive options.

Como, managed by former Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fàbregas, has made an initial offer for the player. While the exact figure varies in reports, the bid is understood to be in the region of 25 million pounds, potentially rising with add-ons. This falls significantly short of Chelsea’s valuation, which is set at around 30 to 35 million pounds, with additional performance-related bonuses also part of the club's demands. Negotiations between the clubs are ongoing.

Chelsea’s willingness to sell Chalobah is influenced by squad planning and financial considerations. As a homegrown academy graduate, any transfer fee would represent pure profit on the club’s books, aiding their compliance with Financial Fair Play regulations. The club is also reportedly pursuing other defensive targets, including Crystal Palace’s Maxence Lacroix, as part of a broader overhaul.