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Chelsea eye 2027 move for La Liga star after Lamine Camara setback

Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong in 2027 as uncertainty grows over his long-term future at the Spanish club. According to a SPORT report, the Blues are ready to take advantage of the situation…

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 5:00 PM
Chelsea eye 2027 move for La Liga star after Lamine Camara setback
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea are reportedly considering a permanent move to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong in 2027.
  • The Blues seek midfield reinforcements after selling Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City for £125 million.
  • A collapsed deal for Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara has prompted Chelsea to explore alternative options.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea are reportedly considering a move to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong in 2027 amid growing uncertainty over his future in Spain. According to a report from SPORT, the Premier League club is monitoring the 29-year-old Netherlands international as a potential midfield reinforcement following Enzo Fernandez's £125 million deadline-day transfer to Manchester City.

The London club is evaluating alternative targets after a proposed move for Monaco's Lamine Camara collapsed. However, any pursuit of De Jong remains complicated by a knee injury he suffered over the summer, meaning Chelsea will assess his recovery before making a formal approach.

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