Chelsea defender Chalobah prefers Inter over Como, but Fabregas' hopes still alive
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Trevoh Chalobah favours a move to Inter Milan over Como, but Cesc Fabregas' Serie A side remain hopeful of signing the Chelsea defender.
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Attributed to original sourceAccording to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah prefers Inter to Como, yet the defending Serie A champions have not yet tabled an official offer for the Blues.
Multiple sources in Italy claim it’s a two-horse race to sign England international Chalobah, with Inter and Como already in talks.
Inter or Como: latest on Chalobah’s potential Serie A move Chalobah’s agents landed in Italy earlier this week to meet both Serie A sides, and according to the latest report in Gazzetta , Chalobah prefers a move to Inter.
Sky Sport maintains that Chelsea’s asking price is €35m, and both the Italian broadcasters and Corriere dello Sport report that the Blues have already rejected two offers from Como.
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS – JUNE 22: Trevoh Chalobah #12 of England trains during and England Training Session on June 22, 2026 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images) LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 21: Trevoh Chalobah of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Burnley at Stamford Bridge on February 21, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Inter, on the other hand, have held talks with the player’s entourage and received the green light for a summer transfer.
Personal terms are not believed to be an issue for the defending Serie A champions, but Inter have yet to make an opening offer for Chalobah, leaving Como fully in the race.
Cesc Fabregas’ side, in fact, is expected to send a third offer to Chelsea next week.
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What happened
Chelsea centre-back Trevoh Chalobah is attracting interest from Serie A clubs ahead of the summer window. Reports indicate the player personally prefers a transfer to Inter Milan rather than newly-promoted Como. However, Como head coach Cesc Fabregas is still pushing to convince the 25-year-old, and the deal is not yet dead. Chelsea are open to selling as Chalobah is not part of their first-team plans under the current manager.
Chance analysis
Chalobah is a Premier League-tested centre-back with versatility, making him a useful squad addition for both Inter and Como. Inter's interest suggests they are looking to bolster defensive depth, potentially for rotation or as a long-term replacement. Como, newly promoted and coached by Fabregas, are building an ambitious project but may lack the financial pull of Inter. The player's preference for Inter gives them a significant advantage, though a late twist cannot be ruled out.
If completed, Chalobah would add Premier League-quality defensive depth to Inter (or Como), while Chelsea free up wages and squad space.
Monitor Inter's defensive depth chart in pre-season; a confirmed Chalobah signing would impact their backline options and reduce reliance on current starters.