Real Madrid are reportedly willing to include Aurelien Tchouameni in a swap for Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández. If completed, bettors may shorten odds on Real strengthening their midfield and improving title or Champions League chances, while Chelsea’s midfield uncertainty could lengthen their title/placement odds and push goals/over–under markets toward fewer goals for Chelsea.
Real Madrid open to Tchouameni swap as Chelsea reels in January chatter
Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to offer Aurelien Tchouameni as part of a swap to land Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández. The move would see Chelsea demand roughly €100m plus Tchouameni, who is valued at about €65m, as Real target the Argentine to reinforce their central midfield.
What the proposed swap looks like
Enzo Fernández arrived at Chelsea for about £106.8m in February 2023. Real Madrid are believed to be convinced he is the profile they need, and are willing to sacrifice Tchouameni to secure the deal. Financial figures being discussed could reshape both clubs’ midfield dynamics if completed before the January window closes.
Chelsea’s wider transfer context
Since the ownership change in 2022, Chelsea have spent heavily while seeking a long-term sporting plan. The club has seen mixed league finishes and recent managerial change, leaving several players on the market as the squad is reshaped. Any high-profile departure or incoming swap will be viewed through that strategic lens.
Loan links and squad exits: Garnacho and others
Alejandro Garnacho, who joined Chelsea in the summer, has reportedly been discussed as a loan option for Atletico Madrid to secure regular playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Atletico’s coaching staff have indicated approval for the move, but Chelsea have not agreed to terms.
Raheem Sterling and Serie A interest
Raheem Sterling, currently out of Chelsea’s core plans, is attracting interest from Napoli. Contacts between Napoli and Sterling’s representatives are understood to have taken place as the Italian club assesses whether to proceed. Sterling is reportedly open to a move abroad after a career spent mainly in England.
Betting and market implications
A swap that sends Enzo Fernández to Real would likely be viewed positively by bettors backing Real’s domestic and European prospects, potentially shortening their odds for league and Champions League success. Conversely, Chelsea’s midfield reshuffle and departures could increase uncertainty around their league position and goals markets, encouraging punters to consider more conservative bets (e.g., wider handicaps, under goals, or market-exposure hedges).
What to watch next
Key signals to monitor are official confirmations from the clubs, movement on valuation figures, and whether Chelsea agree to loan exits for players like Garnacho or sanction a Sterling transfer. Any formal approach or rapid negotiation in January could trigger fresh odds shifts across title, qualification and goal markets.
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Real Madrid are willing to allow Aurelien Tchouameni to leave in a swap deal for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, according to reports.
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