Spurs weigh late move for Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo

Tottenham are considering a late-window move for Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo as they assess the possibility of changing their defensive options before the transfer deadline.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the England international of Nigerian descent is one of the players being examined by Tottenham, with the club’s interest linked to uncertainty surrounding Kevin Danso’s future in north London.

A potential move for Adarabioyo was discussed by Tottenham officials on Monday and is regarded as a realistic possibility. However, the deal could depend directly on whether Danso leaves the club before the transfer window closes.

Should the Austria international depart, Tottenham could accelerate their efforts to sign a replacement, with Adarabioyo viewed as one of the candidates under consideration.

The 28-year-old has been with Chelsea since July 2024 and offers extensive experience of English football. He came through the academy at Manchester City before spending time with West Bromwich Albion and Blackburn.

That background, together with his knowledge of the Premier League, makes Adarabioyo an attractive profile for Tottenham as they consider their next decision in defence. The possible move would represent a late piece of business for Spurs if Danso’s situation changes before the deadline.

Adarabioyo remains under contract with Chelsea until 30 June 2028. His estimated market value is €16m, while his reported annual salary in London is €7,508,017 (£6,? no, source says 4,880,211,050 FCFA). To preserve source: €7,508,017 (4,880,211,050 FCFA). Need no GBP conversion.

Chelsea are due to play Arsenal in the third round of the English championship shortly. The betting odds listed for the match are 4.60 for a Chelsea victory, 3.60 for a draw and 1.62 for an Arsenal win.

For Tottenham, the immediate priority is to establish whether Danso will remain at the club. If he moves on, the club could turn its attention to Adarabioyo, whose career in the English game and availability under a long-term Chelsea contract make him a possible solution.

No agreement has been confirmed, and the defender’s future remains at the centre of Tottenham’s late-window planning.