Chelsea to land £25m transfer fee for Fikayo Tomori from AC Milan

Chelsea to sell Fikayo Tomori for just £25m

Chelsea are set to pocket £25million from the sale of Fikayo Tomori to AC Milan this summer.

Following a stunning loan spell, the Italian giants have made their intentions to land the young defender on a permanent deal clear.

Having fallen out of favour under Frank Lampard, he joined the Rossoneri on loan in January and played a key role in securing Champions League football for next season under manager Stefano Pioli.

The club reportedly triggered a clause within Tomori's loan deal that would allow them to keep him on a permanent basis, with a five-year deal expected to be announced imminently.

The Canadian English centre-back made 22 appearances for Milan and blocked more shots per game than any of his teammates in Serie A this season. 

He has enjoyed praise from everyone at the club from manager Pioloi to legends Paolo Maldini and Franco Baresi as they continue their pursuit of a permanent deal.

Baresi has said that 'Tomori is imposing himself with talent and determination. He has shown no fear playing in a new league. 

'He can potentially become a great champion. I hope he lives up to expectations.'

While a decent boost to Thomas Tuchel's transfer kitty this summer, it could be an error to let a such a talent who has been with the Chelsea academy since he was just 8 years old. 

He enjoyed previous loan spells at Brighton and Hull before playing for Frank Lampard at Derby County. His performances were so impressive with the Rams that he was voted their Player of the Year.

Despite his recent successes on the pitch he was overlooked by Gareth Southgate even for his extended provisional squad, which came to the surprise of AC Milan teammate and Croatia star Ante Rebic.

'Honestly, I am a bit surprised because from their choice of centre halves, they all seem to have the same characteristics,' Rebic said.

'Fik is aggressive and fast. We talked and he said that he didn't believe he was going to be called up. So I'm a bit surprised.'

Milan are hoping for a big summer transfer window with Chelsea. Not only are they trying to finalise a permanent deal for Tomori, but have made overtures for both Olivier Giroud and Hakim Ziyech.

Milan also want to sign Giroud and Ziyech

Chelsea managed to trigger a surprise contract extension for Olivier Giroud in April, but only recently revealed this savvy bit of business. While it doesn't guarantee another season of incredible link-up play and Puskas Award winning goals, it does guarantee a fee if he does move on.

The French forward has bizarrely not be part of Thomas Tuchel's plans despite the side calling out for goals. Giroud will not want another season on the bench and will likely leave this summer. His representatives have opened talks with Milan but a deal is unlikely to be announced until after Euro 2020.

Hakim Ziyech could also push for a move away with Tuchel unconvinced by this Frank Lampard signing. Limited to cameo appearances of varying quality, it could be a deal that works out for everyone.