According to David Ornstein, Chelsea asked Lyon about the potential transfer of Malick Fofana, a 20-year-old Belgian left wing.
The Blues are known for targeting the best young players in world football matches, and Fofana is another prospect that can be good at Stamford Bridge.
With 11 goals and 5 assists in all games this season, Fofana looks like someone who can make an impact at Chelsea and is a smart investment in the future.
See below for the latest news about Ornstein’s interest in Chelsea’s Fofana, who is clearly one of the many options the West London Giants have considered after deciding not to retain Jadon Sancho.
? Chelsea asked Lyon verbally about Malick Fofana. 20yo #olympiquelyonnais Winger choices #CFC Considering Jadon Sancho exits. Belgium International has made no progress, but discussions continue @theathleticfc back @lequipe
– David Ornstein (@david_ornstein) June 16, 2025
Whether Fofana will eventually become Chelsea’s top priority, Jamie Gittens and Alejandro Garnacho are also linked in a recent report, and it remains to be seen. Attracted by the side.
Malick Fofana transfer: Can Chelsea face the game?
Fofana will certainly work hard to get into other big club radar this summer, but it remains to be seen whether they will move.
Source previously told Attracted by the side Arsenal, Liverpool and others have considered this kind of Fofana.
No approach was taken at that time, and it seems that Chelsea is undoubtedly in the state-of-the-art interest of Belgium International.
Malick Fofana comes out of Lyon with Rayan Cherki?
Fofana may be the latest top talent to leave Lyon this summer, and Rayan Cherki recently completed a transfer to Manchester City.
OL has a history of having to sell some well-known people, and Attracted by the sideThe previous message was that Fofana was eager to leave, too.
The kind of asking price that Lyon expected for Fofana.
