Monaco thwarts Kamara's move to Chelsea

Chelsea will be unable to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Kamara despite agreeing a transfer fee of €55 million, but the French club have decided not to sell the Senegalese international at the last minute, according to The Athletic.

According to the source, Monaco's decision may be related to Folarin Balogun's possible move to Everton.

Kamara made 31 appearances in all competitions last season, scoring three goals and providing four assists. His current contract with the club runs until the summer of 2029. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is €40 million.