Como set to improve offer for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah as Blues demand €35m
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Como are preparing an improved bid for Chelsea centre-back Trevoh Chalobah, with Chelsea holding out for a €35m fee.
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Attributed to original sourceComo seem determined to lock down Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah in the next 24 hours, again improving the formula of their offer to close on the €35m asking price.
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) There had already been reports this morning that a new proposal had been made, a significant step after Inter backed away from their pursuit.
The two Serie A clubs had made a confirmed pact not to one-up each other in a bidding war, but when Inter withdrew their interest, it allowed Como back in.
Como determined to get Chalobah KANSAS CITY, KANSAS – JUNE 20: Trevoh Chalobah #12 of England. during training on June 20, 2026 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images) Sportitalia and Sky Sport Italia claim that the latest bid was worth €25m plus €5-6m in add-ons.
That was immediately rejected, as Chelsea are asking for €30m in the fixed fee, plus €5m in bonuses.
Both sources are confident more conference calls are planned both this evening and tomorrow to finalise the details, as Como seem intent on getting a deal over the line quickly.
The plan is to increase the fixed fee and improve the bonuses, which had been tied to the number of games played.
The 27-year-old central defender can also play at right-back, and his contract with Chelsea runs to June 2028, but with an option to extend for another year.
Chalobah had been part of the England squad that secured third place at the 2026 World Cup.
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What happened
Como are ramping up efforts to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah and are expected to table an improved offer after their initial approach was rejected. Chelsea are demanding €35m for the 25-year-old centre-back, who is deemed surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge. The Italian side, recently promoted to Serie A and backed by wealthy Indonesian ownership, see Chalobah as a key defensive addition. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing, with a potential compromise fee expected to be discussed.
Chance analysis
Chalobah has been a rotational squad player at Chelsea and a sale would free up wage bill and squad space. For Como, landing an experienced Premier League defender on a permanent deal would be a significant statement of intent in their Serie A survival bid, though €35m is steep for a player with limited recent starts. The negotiation dynamics favor Chelsea initially given Como's clear interest, but the fee gap may need narrowing through add-ons or player exchanges.
If completed, Como gain a Premier League-proven centre-back boosting defensive options; Chelsea offload a fringe player and recoup funds for reinvestment.
Monitor whether the transfer completes before Como's Serie A opener, as Chalobah's availability would significantly strengthen their defensive line.