Chelsea could sanction a surprise late move for Tosin Adarabioyo after Tottenham began working on a deal to sign the defender before the transfer window closes.
The Blues are prepared to let Tosin leave Stamford Bridge, with his future becoming one of Chelsea’s major outstanding issues late in the window.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Tottenham are now working on a deal for the 28-year-old, describing a move as a concrete possibility following discussions on Monday. Romano has separately confirmed that Chelsea are open to Tosin’s departure and talks over an exit are underway.
🚨⚪️ Understand Tottenham are working on deal to sign Tosin Adarabioyo from Chelsea.
It’s a concrete possibility discussed today if Kevin Danso leaves Spurs. #thfc pic.twitter.com/7m4KzHhPEv
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 31, 2026
Tottenham work on Tosin Chelsea deal
A Tottenham move is not yet guaranteed.
Romano says the transfer could depend on Kevin Danso leaving Spurs, meaning further movement may be required before negotiations with Chelsea can accelerate.
That situation is developing too.
TalkSPORT reports that Danso has agreed personal terms with Sunderland, although Tottenham previously rejected a loan proposal and would prefer a permanent departure.
Chelsea’s willingness to listen to proposals for Tosin is not entirely new.
ReadChelsea previously reported that Marseille had stepped up their pursuit after Chelsea opened the door to an exit, before further signs emerged that a departure was becoming increasingly possible.
Tottenham have now emerged as a potentially dramatic Premier League destination.
There is no agreement between Chelsea and Spurs yet, and Danso’s future remains an important part of the equation.
But with Tottenham actively working on the transfer and Chelsea prepared to sell, Tosin’s Stamford Bridge future could change quickly.
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