Chelsea and Tottenham told to move for Milan's record-breaking 18-year-old Francesco Camarda

Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing AC Milan forward Francesco Camarda, according to TEAMtalk. Tottenham Hotspur, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City's City Football Group have also registered interest, as the teenager weighs a future away from his boyhood club.

  • Player: Francesco Camarda, 18, AC Milan and Italy forward
  • Clubs interested: Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion, City Football Group (Man City)
  • Status: Interest only — no fee, bid or negotiation reported
  • Camarda's record: Youngest debutant in Serie A history
  • Current situation: Periphery at Milan under Ruben Amorim
  • Previous decision: Stayed at boyhood club despite prior interest from Chelsea, Man City's CFG, Liverpool and Manchester United

Deal details

No fee has been reported. TEAMtalk's claim is that several European clubs have expressed interest in Camarda after his limited minutes at Milan. Chelsea, City Football Group, Liverpool and Manchester United previously wanted him, but he chose to remain at his boyhood club. Chelsea remain hugely keen; Tottenham, Brentford, Brighton and CFG have now registered interest.

Injury and availability

No injury is reported for Camarda. At Chelsea, the source notes that João Pedro has struggled with fitness problems and Danny Welbeck has reached the twilight of his career. At Tottenham, Richarlison has found himself on the periphery, while Dominic Solanke has not been able to showcase his best since joining from AFC Bournemouth.

Why Chelsea and Tottenham both need Camarda now

Chelsea's forward line currently contains João Pedro, Danny Welbeck and Emmanuel Emegha. The former Strasbourg attacker has had fitness problems, and Welbeck is at the end of his career. That leaves a gap for a young striker with room to grow.

Tottenham bought Omar Marmoush this summer, so the Egyptian is the first-choice option. Richarlison is on the periphery and Dominic Solanke has not shown his best since arriving from Bournemouth. Spurs therefore want another forward.

Camarda, at 6ft 2in, is a right-footed striker with potential. His record as the youngest Serie A debutant underlines his talent. Milan's new boss Ruben Amorim chose to keep him this season to support Goncalo Ramos, but Camarda has been on the periphery. That is why several clubs are circling.

Talking points

  • Camarda's youth and potential make him a smarter long-term buy than a short-term fix for Chelsea or Tottenham.
  • Milan will not want to lose their youngest-ever Serie A debutant, so any move may take serious persuasion.
  • City Football Group's interest could let Camarda stay within the group, which may appeal to a teenager.
  • Both Chelsea and Tottenham have ageing or inconsistent strikers, so a move for Camarda could be urgent.

What happens next

No formal bid is reported, so the next step is likely private talks. Camarda's limited role under Amorim means he will be assessing his options. Chelsea and Tottenham are both monitoring, while Brentford, Brighton and City Football Group are also in the frame. The decision could come in the next transfer window.

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea signing Francesco Camarda?

No deal is agreed. Chelsea are reportedly keen, and TEAMtalk says several clubs, including Tottenham, Brentford, Brighton and City Football Group, are interested.

Who else wants to sign Francesco Camarda?

Tottenham Hotspur, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City's City Football Group have all registered their interest, according to TEAMtalk.

Why is Francesco Camarda leaving AC Milan?

He has found himself on the periphery under Ruben Amorim despite the coach keeping him to support Goncalo Ramos, leading to interest from multiple European clubs.

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