Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 2 Sept 2026
Five free agents Chelsea could target after Camara collapse
Monaco's last-minute block on Lamine Camara leaves Chelsea scrambling for midfield cover before Arsenal clash.
L. Camara
player
Player
Lamine Camara
Position
Midfielder
From
Monaco
To
Chelsea (blocked)
Reported fee
£47m
What happened. Monaco blocked Lamine Camara's move to Chelsea at the last minute, despite a written agreement, leaving Chelsea to consider free agents.
- Chelsea had a written agreement with Monaco for Camara.
- Monaco pulled out after hoping to sell Balogun to Everton, which fell through.
- Chelsea could still sign a replacement before Arsenal game.
Chelsea may now turn to free agents to bolster midfield ahead of Arsenal clash.
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