Overview
- Rennes are reported to have turned down an opening offer of around €50m and are seeking a club‑record fee in the €60m–€70m range.
- Chelsea are pursuing a sign‑now, loan‑back‑until‑summer approach to secure the defender without disrupting Rennes’ season.
- Personal terms with the 20‑year‑old centre‑back are reported to be agreed, with competition from leading European clubs noted.
- Chelsea have recalled David Datro Fofana to free an overseas loan slot, aligning with the proposed structure of the deal.
- Axel Disasi has rejoined first‑team training as Chelsea also assess alternatives such as Marcos Senesi and Jacobo Ramon, with a separate youth move for 17‑year‑old Yisa Alao progressing.