Trevoh Chalobah transfer news: Como agree £31m deal to sign Chelsea defender
Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah is set to join Italian club Como in a deal worth over £30 million. The move is part of Chelsea's broader strategy to reduce their squad size under new manager Xabi Alonso.
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This transfer highlights the financial and structural restructuring of a major Premier League club to comply with squad management goals.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Trevoh Chalobah has made 151 appearance for Chelsea
Football reporter Published 3 August 2026 Como have agreed a deal worth more than £30m to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.
The 27-year-old is expected to sign a long-term contract and take on a leadership role under manager Cesc Fabregas at the Italian club, who secured Champions League qualification by finishing fourth in Serie A last season.
Chelsea will receive an initial £25.7m, with a further £5.1m available in add-ons following protracted negotiations.
The package is close to Chelsea 's asking price of £30m plus £5m in add-ons after multiple offers dating back from early June, alongside interest from Inter Milan.
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