Como have stepped up their pursuit of Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah by submitting an improved offer as negotiations between the two clubs continue.
According to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, the Serie A club have increased their proposal to a package worth up to €30 million. The offer is said to include a €25 million fixed fee plus €5 million in add-ons, with the bonuses described as relatively straightforward to achieve, making the overall package close to guaranteed.
The report also states that Chalobah is keen on making the move to Italy, potentially removing one of the biggest obstacles in negotiations should the clubs reach a full agreement.
While discussions are ongoing, no official announcement has been made by either Chelsea or Como, meaning the transfer remains under negotiation rather than completed.
Chalobah has been the subject of transfer speculation across multiple windows despite establishing himself as a reliable option during his time at Stamford Bridge. Comfortable in both a back three and a back four, the academy graduate has regularly demonstrated his versatility whenever called upon.
For Chelsea, the proposed deal would represent another significant outgoing as the club continues to reshape its squad. Player sales have remained an important part of Chelsea's transfer strategy in recent seasons, balancing investment in new arrivals with departures from an increasingly competitive first-team group.
Como, meanwhile, continue to show ambition in the transfer market as they look to strengthen their squad. Securing a defender with Premier League experience would be another statement of intent if negotiations ultimately result in an agreement.
The reported structure of the offer may also prove significant. Rather than relying heavily on difficult performance-related bonuses, the add-ons are understood to be relatively achievable, increasing the likelihood that Chelsea would receive close to the full reported €30 million package over time.
Despite the apparent progress, several stages remain before the move can be considered complete. The clubs must still reach a final agreement, documentation must be completed, and the transfer would require the usual regulatory approvals before becoming official.
