The reliable Fabrizio Romano has once again given us an update on the future of Fikayo Tomori, who has recently been linked with a move to Italian giants AC Milan.
Thursday night he tweeted that talks between Chelsea and AC Milan are progressing. Further mentioning that he has now become a serious target for AC Milan after negotiations for Strasbourg FC’s, Mohamed Simakan, seem to have broken down.
Talks are progressing between AC Milan and Chelsea for Fikayo Tomori, he’s a serious option as announced here three days ago.
Chelsea ask for a loan with buy option [around €30m]. Negotiations on. Tomori would accept the destination if the two clubs will reach an agreement. 🔵 https://t.co/4FDzDY7uh3
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 14, 2021
However, Mr.Romano’s tweet also mentioned that Chelsea has asked for a buy option of around €30m to be included in any deal. This may come as a surprise to many Chelsea supporters, especially after Lampard mentioned in his press conference Thursday afternoon that Tomori has a long-term future at the Blues.
There is no arguing that a loan for Tomori would be the best option for both himself and Chelsea. Not to mention, AC Milan is a club doing very well in Serie A and he would gain valuable experience playing in a league that prides itself on defensive stability.
The buy option that Chelsea is looking to instill in his contract, however, is an unpleasant surprise. Lampard seems to value the 23-year-old defender, but the club appears to have other ideas.
