Chelsea have reportedly been rejected by Everton’s midfielder Amadou Onana after expressing their interest in the 21 year old Belgian international.
In a surprise turn of events, Chelsea’s reported move for Everton midfielder Amadou Onana has been rejected, with the young Belgian maestro choosing to remain at Goodison Park until the end of the season.
This development could prove to be a major boost for Everton in their battle for survival, but it also opens up opportunities for Arsenal, who have also been reported to be admirers of Onana.
According to multiple reports from Belgium and France, Onana has decided against a January switch, despite Chelsea having already begun preparations for a potential winter swoop for the 21-year-old. Onana only signed for Everton in early August for £33.5 million from Lille, and it appears that he is not looking to make another move so quickly after settling in on Merseyside.
This decision could prove to be an advantage for Arsenal, who may now choose to explore a deal for Onana further down the line, potentially at the end of the season. Should Everton fail to survive in the Premier League, they may find themselves having to sell Onana at a discounted price.
Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to invest heavily in players for the future, with 21-year-old Onana being of particular interest due to his world-class potential. He has been one of the few bright spots for Everton this season, and his rejection of Chelsea’s advances is sure to be a disappointment for the Blues.
In any case, this latest development in the Onana saga is sure to keep fans and analysts of both Everton and Chelsea on their toes, as well as fans of Arsenal who hope to see some reinforcements in the midfield soon.