Chelsea set to offload Chalobah, Badiashile, Adarabioyo in August transfers

Chelsea are set to offload three defenders this August, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano. Trevoh Chalobah is headed to Serie B side Como for a fee of €30 million plus €6 million in add‑ons and a sell‑on clause. Benoît Badiashile’s departure is also confirmed, though the destination and fee were not disclosed. Central defender Tosin Adarabioyo, who joined Chelsea on a free transfer from Fulham in summer 2024, is expected to leave Stamford Bridge to seek regular playing time, with a possible move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg mentioned. Adarabioyo, 28, has made 70 appearances for Chelsea, scoring seven goals and providing one assist, and remains eligible for Nigeria’s Super Eagles under coach Eric Chelle.

These exits signal a clear reshaping of Chelsea’s defensive line as the club trims its squad and potentially raises funds for new signings. For fans, the departures could mean fewer home‑grown options at the back and a shift toward younger or cheaper alternatives. Adarabioyo’s possible move to Strasbourg would give him regular Ligue 1 action, which may boost his chances of earning more Super Eagles caps.

If you’re a Chelsea supporter, consider how these losses might affect the team’s defensive depth this season; if you follow Adarabioyo’s career, watch for an official announcement from Strasbourg before the transfer window closes.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/05/transfer-romano-names-more-deals-chelsea-will-complete-this-august/