Inter Milan has emerged as the frontrunner to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, with the player reportedly open to a move to Serie A.
The Italian club has intensified discussions with Chalobah's representatives after Chelsea rejected a £23 million opening bid from domestic rivals Como.
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Chelsea has placed a valuation of €35 million, approximately £30 million to £35 million, on the 26-year-old center-back who made 47 appearances last season.
Como initially entered negotiations but has reportedly fallen behind due to the high financial costs of the operation.
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Como sporting director Carlalberto Ludi publicly confirmed his club's admiration for the English defender, stating, "Chalobah is a very strong player."
Inter Milan is now attempting to finalize personal terms with Chalobah before entering formal negotiations with Chelsea officials.
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The defensive shakeup at Stamford Bridge remains tied to Chelsea's pursuit of Crystal Palace center-back Maxence Lacroix, whose potential arrival could further facilitate Chalobah's departure to Serie A.
