Chelsea make contact with Frenkie de Jong’s agents over possible January move
October 10, 2026 14:40
Chelsea have made contact with Frenkie de Jong’s agents about a possible move when the winter transfer window opens. The approach is part of a wider search for midfield reinforcements after the club parted ways with Enzo Fernández in the last transfer window and were unable to sign a replacement before the deadline.
KEY CONTEXT
Chelsea had been linked with Monaco’s Lamine Camara as a potential signing, but that move did not materialise after the French side vetoed a verbal agreement. The Blues are keeping their options open for January and have also identified Bournemouth’s Alex Scott as a target, though the Cherries may resist a mid-season sale.
DE JONG’S SITUATION
Frenkie de Jong has had an injury-troubled start to the season and is expected to be behind Rodri in the pecking order when he returns to Barcelona’s matchday squad, a return reported as likely next week. De Jong has regularly stated he is fully committed to Barcelona but could be tempted by the promise of guaranteed playing time. Chelsea have been long-term admirers of the Dutch midfielder from his Ajax days and could attempt a big-money move when the window reopens.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
No transfer has been confirmed. Chelsea’s contacts with agents and their interest in alternative targets suggest the club will continue to explore options ahead of the January window.