Chelsea have expressed formal interest in acquiring Lyon’s promising winger Malick Fofana, marking their latest move to bolster their attacking options this summer.
The Premier League club has initiated preliminary discussions regarding the 20-year-old Belgian international, who enjoyed a breakout season in Ligue 1.
Fofana, of Guinean descent, joined Lyon from Belgian side Gent in January 2024 and quickly established himself as a key contributor.
The dynamic attacker recorded an impressive 11 goals and 6 assists across 41 appearances last campaign, including crucial performances during Lyon’s Europa League quarter-final run.
The young winger’s rapid development earned him a senior Belgium debut in October 2024, adding to his growing reputation as one of Europe’s most exciting young talents.
Chelsea’s recruitment team views Fofana as a potential long-term solution on the flanks, particularly after opting against making Jadon Sancho’s loan move permanent.
Fofana’s current contract with Lyon runs until 2028, giving the French club strong negotiating position.
Chelsea’s enquiry comes amid their broader search for attacking reinforcements, having previously explored a move for Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens before the Club World Cup.
The Blues’ interest reflects their continued strategy of investing in young, high-potential talents under the club’s current ownership.
Fofana’s combination of pace, technical ability and end product make him an attractive target as Chelsea look to add depth and competition to their forward line.
