Yesterday, Chelsea experienced a rollercoaster of emotions. First, they sold Enzo Fernández to Manchester City for a transfer fee higher than initially expected. Stamford Bridge had initially set their asking price at €140 million. Although Manchester City tried to negotiate down the fee, the Londoners held firm. And they were proven right. Manchester City ultimately met Chelsea's demands, paying around €146 million for the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner from Argentina. Meanwhile, the English capital club also began searching for a replacement.

In the final stages, only two options remained: Manu Koné and Lamine Camara. The former was willing to move to London, but his coach at Atalanta, Gian Piero Gasperini, blocked the deal.

This left Lamine Camara as the sole option. Although English media reported that Chelsea also contacted Arsenal to inquire about Martín Zubimendi, Chelsea's negotiations yesterday were consistently focused on Monaco. After their initial offer was rejected, they intensified their pursuit with a second proposal.

As we reported earlier, both parties reached an agreement for over €50 million last night. All signs were positive at that point, and it was widely expected that the deal would be completed on schedule. However, just minutes before the transfer window closed, the deal collapsed. The player, who was supposed to sign a six-year contract, ultimately remained with his original club. Last night, anger began spreading from Chelsea. Some English media even suggested that this turn of events could affect Enzo Fernández's transfer to Manchester City. Nonetheless, The Blues honored their commitment.

All English media reported that Chelsea was extremely angry with the French club.

The English "Daily Telegraph" wrote: "Chelsea is furious after Monaco suddenly withdrew from their last-minute agreement to sign midfielder Lamine Camara."

"The Sun" made a similar statement: "Both parties had reached an agreement for the Senegalese talent, but Chelsea ultimately came away empty-handed and is extremely angry about this turn of events. Chelsea officials were reportedly shocked by what they described as highly unprofessional conduct from the French club."

"Daily Mail" shared the same view, stating that The Blues considered Monaco's actions "highly unprofessional." This failure could have ramifications going forward.

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