Chelsea are actively working on a permanent exit for David Datro Fofana during the ongoing transfer window, with the club and the player aligned on finding a long-term solution away from Stamford Bridge. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, discussions are underway as the Blues look to offload the striker following another season on the fringes of the first team.
Fofana, who joined Chelsea from Molde in January 2023, has struggled to establish himself amid intense competition and frequent managerial changes. Despite showing flashes of potential during loan spells, the 21-year-old has not been able to convince the Chelsea hierarchy that he has a future in west London, prompting the club to push for a permanent sale rather than another temporary move.
Several clubs have already expressed interest in signing the Ivorian forward. Celtic, Royal Antwerp and Derby County are all monitoring the situation closely and have registered their interest ahead of a possible deal.