Chelsea have emerged as serious contenders in the race to sign Algerian forward Mohamed Amoura, with the Premier League club reportedly initiating contact with the player’s camp in recent weeks.
The 24-year-old striker, currently under contract with VfL Wolfsburg, has enjoyed a breakout campaign in the Bundesliga despite a slow start due to injury.
Since recovering, Amoura has been instrumental for the German side, registering 10 goals and 12 assists across 34 appearances in the 2024–25 season.
According to German outlet BILD, Wolfsburg have already turned down several approaches for the Fennec international, dating back to the winter transfer window. But interest has only grown stronger.
Chelsea officials have recently reached out to the player’s entourage, although formal negotiations between the clubs are yet to begin.
Despite the mounting attention, Wolfsburg remain adamant that Amoura is central to their plans going forward and have expressed no intention to offload him during the summer window.
The club views him as a cornerstone of their project, particularly after the consistency he has shown since returning from injury.
Still, with a market value estimated at €39.3 million by the CIES Football Observatory — the highest of any current Algerian international — the striker is firmly on the radar of top European clubs.
That valuation reflects not only his on-field productivity but also his growing profile in continental football.
His potential move would follow the trajectory of Algerian talents like Rayan Aït-Nouri and Amine Gouiri, who have also seen their market worth surge in recent months.
Amoura’s performances have been particularly notable for their dynamism and efficiency in the final third.
His ability to create chances as well as finish them has made him a dual threat in Wolfsburg’s attack, and his contribution has not gone unnoticed.
Though Chelsea are not the only side monitoring his situation, their early contact suggests they could lead the pack if negotiations do materialise.
For now, Wolfsburg are standing firm. But with discussions reportedly intensifying behind the scenes, the coming weeks may prove pivotal in determining whether the Bundesliga side can hold on to one of their most valuable assets.
