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Metro
4 days ago
- Sport
- Metro
Napoli want to sign £25m Chelsea 'leader' to challenge in Champions League
Italian champions Napoli are interested in a deal for Chelsea 'leader' Trevoh Chalobah in the summer transfer window, according to reports. The Blues have slapped a £25m price tag on the 25-year-old centre-back, who recently earned his first call-up to the senior England squad. Chelsea are said to be' delighted' with Chalobah's performances and attitude since returning from his Crystal Palace loan spell in January. But Chalobah is now attracting interest from Napoli with the Serie A winners weighing up a move for the talented Chelsea academy graduate. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. The Telegraph report that Napoli manager Antonio Conte is 'keen' on Chalobah, with the the Italian head coach determined to build a squad capable of challenging both in the Champions League and domestically. Chelsea are not 'actively looking' to sell Chalobah but they are unable to offer him a guarantee of first-team football next season. Once Wesley Fofana recovers from injury, the Frenchman is set to return as Levi Colwill's first-choice partner in the heart of Chelsea's defence. It is also thought that Chelsea are interested in signing a new central defender this summer, which may limit Chalobah's minutes even more. Chalobah's future looks set to be decided on if he requires a guarantee of first-team football or not, with the defender aiming to cement himself in Thomas Tuchel's Three Lions squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. It's believed that Chelsea would not stand in Chalobah's way if he decided to join Napoli in a permanent deal. Should he head to Naples, Chalobah would be reunited with his former Chelsea team-mate Billy Gilmour. Chalobah may also be inspired by the success of fellow British player Scott McTominay, who has massively impressed since he joined Napoli from Manchester United, having being crowed Serie A MVP in his debut season. Noni Madueke heaped praise on Chelsea teammate Chalobah earlier this year, singling out his leadership qualities. Speaking after a 3-1 Premier League victory over Wolves, Madueke was quizzed about Chalobah and said: 'Unbelievable. Leadership, character, bravery on the ball. More Trending 'He slotted in seamlessly so I am delighted for him. It is no coincidence with players like him and Reece [James] back in we won the game. 'They are Chelsea through and through and they helped us tonight with their leadership, for sure.' Chalobah has played a total of 99 games for Chelsea to date and has been sent out on loan four times. He was loaned to Ipswich Town in 2018-19, Huddersfield Town in 2019-20, Lorient in 2020-21 and Crystal Palace for half of the 2024-25 campaign. MORE: Angel Gomes turns down Tottenham and West Ham to agree deal with new club MORE: Arsenal fear repeating major transfer mistake if they don't sign £75million target MORE: Man City set low asking price for Jack Grealish with four Premier League clubs interested
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Trevoh Chalobah set to join Gary Neville in exclusive club if Chelsea star makes England debut in Andorra clash
TREVOH CHALOBAH is determined to make an impression following his first international call-up. The Chelsea centre-back is hoping to make his England debut against Andorra on Saturday after being named in the squad last month by Thomas Tuchel. 4 4 If he plays at the weekend, or against Senegal in Nottingham on Tuesday, he will join Jack and Bobby Charlton and Phil and Gary Neville as brothers who have played for England. Chalobah 's sibling, Nathaniel, has one senior cap, against Spain in 2018. And the Chelsea ace is hoping to follow in his footsteps. He said: "My older brother has been through the ranks as well and he was over the moon when I got the call up. Hopefully I can keep myself in the team and doing well. "To get the call-up is amazing. It was one of my goals since playing through the ranks, from Under-16 to Under-21. It's a dream to play in the first team. "To be back here with him (Tuchel), having been with him at Chelsea, and knowing who he is and how he works, is good." Chalobah knew he could make it to the very top after marking Neymar out of a game in a victory over Paris St-Germain. The defender helped Lorient to a shock 3-2 win over the Ligue 1 giants during his loan spell at the club in 2021. 4 He said: "It was very hard in France at first but it was a reason I went out to play against teams like PSG other than play on loan in the Championship. "I was marking Neymar. He was as a no 10. I was in central midfield. It was very good. Playing against Neymar. Mbappe, those type of players, helped me. "I knew I could play against the highest level and that is the main reason I went out there. "For me. I knew what the goal was." Chalobah had loan spells at Ipswich and Huddersfield before joining Lorient. He spent the first half of this season at Crystal Palace but excelled when returning for Enzo Maresca and has now made 99 appearances for Chelsea. Asked about Tuchel, he said: "He's a very tough manager. That's what us players need going into a World Cup next year. It's a very good approach. "He wants to win. You've seen that at Chelsea. He's a winner and he wants to bring that same winning culture here."
Rhyl Journal
5 days ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Trevoh Chalobah hoping his England career lasts longer than brother Nathaniel's
The Chelsea defender has received his maiden call-up for Thomas Tuchel's squad for forthcoming games against Andorra and Senegal following a successful season. He will be hoping to get on the pitch in the World Cup qualifier against the minnows in Barcelona on Saturday or the City Ground friendly against the African side three days later. His sibling Nathaniel, who currently plays for Sheffield Wednesday, won his one and only England cap in a Nations League win over Spain in 2018, appearing for six minutes and 54 seconds as a late substitute. A post shared by Trevoh Chalobah (@yungchalobah) And Trevoh is hoping that this is just the start for him. The 25-year-old said: 'When I found out I phoned my dad, spoke to my family, let them know, and they were over the moon for me also. And my older brother as well, Nathaniel. He was happy for me also. 'Obviously, him being here also, and to see his younger brother do the same, it was a very proud moment for him. And hopefully I can be here even more. 'It's been a journey for my parents. Obviously, they've seen the highs and lows, and they've been there every single step of the way. It's a good moment for them to share.' Chalobah is one of five Chelsea players in the squad and he knows boss Tuchel well as the German handed him his Stamford Bridge debut. It has been an impressive season for Chalobah as he starred on loan at Crystal Palace before returning to Chelsea to help the Blues to Conference League glory and Champions League qualification, with a trip to the United States for the Club World Cup still to come. He added: 'Individually for me, it's been a very good season. This has been one of my goals, and it's good to share with the Chelsea players. 'It just shows the quality that Chelsea produce and the players, it's good to be here with them also and share that moment. 'They've obviously eased me in here and helped me. As I said, it just shows the quality and the players Chelsea are producing this over the years, it's been amazing. 'I'm here, being called up to England, and it's going to keep carrying on hopefully.' While most of the England squad will be heading on holiday after the Senegal match, Chalobah and his Chelsea team-mates will be going to the US for the revamped Club World Cup. He said: 'This is the time after the internationals you probably want a holiday. But it's going to be physically tough, it's a different environment. 'But it's important, us as players want to be competing at the highest level and playing against very good teams. This is what footballers want to be doing, and hopefully getting a trophy.'
Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- General
- Glasgow Times
Trevoh Chalobah hoping his England career lasts longer than brother Nathaniel's
The Chelsea defender has received his maiden call-up for Thomas Tuchel's squad for forthcoming games against Andorra and Senegal following a successful season. He will be hoping to get on the pitch in the World Cup qualifier against the minnows in Barcelona on Saturday or the City Ground friendly against the African side three days later. His sibling Nathaniel, who currently plays for Sheffield Wednesday, won his one and only England cap in a Nations League win over Spain in 2018, appearing for six minutes and 54 seconds as a late substitute. And Trevoh is hoping that this is just the start for him. The 25-year-old said: 'When I found out I phoned my dad, spoke to my family, let them know, and they were over the moon for me also. And my older brother as well, Nathaniel. He was happy for me also. 'Obviously, him being here also, and to see his younger brother do the same, it was a very proud moment for him. And hopefully I can be here even more. 'It's been a journey for my parents. Obviously, they've seen the highs and lows, and they've been there every single step of the way. It's a good moment for them to share.' Nathaniel Chalobah, left, made his only appearance for England against Spain in 2018 (Nick Potts/PA) Chalobah is one of five Chelsea players in the squad and he knows boss Tuchel well as the German handed him his Stamford Bridge debut. It has been an impressive season for Chalobah as he starred on loan at Crystal Palace before returning to Chelsea to help the Blues to Conference League glory and Champions League qualification, with a trip to the United States for the Club World Cup still to come. He added: 'Individually for me, it's been a very good season. This has been one of my goals, and it's good to share with the Chelsea players. 'It just shows the quality that Chelsea produce and the players, it's good to be here with them also and share that moment. 'They've obviously eased me in here and helped me. As I said, it just shows the quality and the players Chelsea are producing this over the years, it's been amazing. 'I'm here, being called up to England, and it's going to keep carrying on hopefully.' While most of the England squad will be heading on holiday after the Senegal match, Chalobah and his Chelsea team-mates will be going to the US for the revamped Club World Cup. He said: 'This is the time after the internationals you probably want a holiday. But it's going to be physically tough, it's a different environment. 'But it's important, us as players want to be competing at the highest level and playing against very good teams. This is what footballers want to be doing, and hopefully getting a trophy.'
North Wales Chronicle
5 days ago
- General
- North Wales Chronicle
Trevoh Chalobah hoping his England career lasts longer than brother Nathaniel's
The Chelsea defender has received his maiden call-up for Thomas Tuchel's squad for forthcoming games against Andorra and Senegal following a successful season. He will be hoping to get on the pitch in the World Cup qualifier against the minnows in Barcelona on Saturday or the City Ground friendly against the African side three days later. His sibling Nathaniel, who currently plays for Sheffield Wednesday, won his one and only England cap in a Nations League win over Spain in 2018, appearing for six minutes and 54 seconds as a late substitute. A post shared by Trevoh Chalobah (@yungchalobah) And Trevoh is hoping that this is just the start for him. The 25-year-old said: 'When I found out I phoned my dad, spoke to my family, let them know, and they were over the moon for me also. And my older brother as well, Nathaniel. He was happy for me also. 'Obviously, him being here also, and to see his younger brother do the same, it was a very proud moment for him. And hopefully I can be here even more. 'It's been a journey for my parents. Obviously, they've seen the highs and lows, and they've been there every single step of the way. It's a good moment for them to share.' Chalobah is one of five Chelsea players in the squad and he knows boss Tuchel well as the German handed him his Stamford Bridge debut. It has been an impressive season for Chalobah as he starred on loan at Crystal Palace before returning to Chelsea to help the Blues to Conference League glory and Champions League qualification, with a trip to the United States for the Club World Cup still to come. He added: 'Individually for me, it's been a very good season. This has been one of my goals, and it's good to share with the Chelsea players. 'It just shows the quality that Chelsea produce and the players, it's good to be here with them also and share that moment. 'They've obviously eased me in here and helped me. As I said, it just shows the quality and the players Chelsea are producing this over the years, it's been amazing. 'I'm here, being called up to England, and it's going to keep carrying on hopefully.' While most of the England squad will be heading on holiday after the Senegal match, Chalobah and his Chelsea team-mates will be going to the US for the revamped Club World Cup. He said: 'This is the time after the internationals you probably want a holiday. But it's going to be physically tough, it's a different environment. 'But it's important, us as players want to be competing at the highest level and playing against very good teams. This is what footballers want to be doing, and hopefully getting a trophy.'
