Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso spoke directly to Lamine Camara to explain why the Monaco midfielder's deadline-day transfer collapsed. The Blues were forced to search for a new midfielder after Enzo Fernandez's move to Manchester City became clear.
Deal Collapses at the Eleventh Hour
After seeing two bids rejected by Monaco, Chelsea finally made a breakthrough and were closing in on a £47.1million deal for Camara before the plug was pulled at the last moment. The club were left furious by the collapse, with Alonso now short in midfield, even though Fernandez had been sidelined for much of the early season amid uncertainty over his future.
Monaco Chief's Pointed Remark
Monaco sporting director Thiago Scuro admitted Camara had asked to leave, but said he has since spoken to the midfielder and reassured him that a major move will come 'very soon'. Scuro added that Camara could have 'even better options than he did yesterday' - a pointed remark towards Chelsea.
There will be more to follow on this breaking news story, with further updates expected.
