Italian club Como have submitted a formal offer for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, with the bid valued at over £22 million. This move is part of Como's efforts to bolster their defense after a successful campaign that saw them qualify for the UEFA Champions League. Chalobah, a 24-year-old English center-back, has emerged as the club's primary summer target.
The initial proposal, however, falls short of Chelsea's valuation, with the club seeking a package closer to £35 million. As Chalobah is a product of Chelsea's youth academy, any potential sale would represent a significant profit for the club, giving them strong motivation to maximize the fee as they restructure their squad under new manager Xabi Alonso.
Como face competition from Aston Villa, who have also been linked with the English defender. Chalobah's market value is increasing, particularly with his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with England. A strong performance in the tournament could give Chelsea the leverage to maintain their firm £35 million asking price.
With two years remaining on his current contract, a fierce bidding war is expected to unfold in the coming weeks. Should Chalobah complete his move to Italy, Chelsea have already identified potential replacements, including Crystal Palace and France defender Maxence Lacroix. The Blues are operating with a clear transfer strategy under Alonso, aiming to bring in physical and technically astute players suited for a back-three system.
Chelsea have escalated their pursuit of Lacroix, holding direct club-to-club talks with Palace over an estimated £47 million move. The 26-year-old reportedly agreed to join Alonso's project, and his Premier League experience makes him an ideal candidate to slot into the starting XI. Additionally, Chelsea have finalized a £43 million deal for Atalanta's highly-rated wing-back Marco Palestra, signaling a significant reshaping of their backline for the upcoming campaign.
