Lamine Kamara to Chelsea off the pitch after Monaco went back on their word

It looked like Chelsea They have finally landed their preferred replacement for Enzo Fernandez after agreeing a £47m deal with Monaco to Camara22.

Now, according to David Ornstein, the Ligue 1 side have pulled out of the deal at the last minute as they proceed to sell Folarin Balogun to Everton.

The two clubs had a full written interclub agreement, and Chelsea are said to be furious at the decision, describing it as a highly unprofessional way of conducting business.

Kamara had already agreed a six-year contract with Chelsea with the option to extend for a further 12 months, completed a medical and was due to arrive in London on Wednesday.

Chelsea now look short in midfield, with Enzo Fernandes’ £125m move to Manchester City expected to be confirmed soon.

Xabi Alonso currently has Moises Caicedo, Valentin Barco, Jordan Henderson, Romeo Lafia and captain Reece James available in the position.