Chelsea targets Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor for future move
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Chelsea are monitoring Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor, with interest from the club noted by Fabrizio Romano. The 18-year-old impressed in Serie A, playing as a centre-half and left-wing-back, while also demonstrating strong performance metrics. Despite previous offers being rejected by Atalanta, Chelsea's pursuit continues amidst concerns about adding another young defender to their ranks. Ahanor's potential has attracted attention, and his development is seen as significant for the Premier League club.
- •Chelsea interested in Honest Ahanor of Atalanta.
- •Ahanor had 55% aerial win rate last season.
- •Atalanta rejected two offers for Ahanor.
- •Concerns raised about adding young defenders.
- •Ahanor could represent Italy or Nigeria.
- 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea open preliminary talks for Atalanta defender Ahanor
- 5:50 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea plotting move for Atalanta’s Honest Ahanor
"La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Chelsea have opened preliminary talks with Atalanta and the entourage of Italy international Honest Ahanor.Chelsea are interested in Atalanta defender Ahanor, and ...
"Chelsea are keeping tabs on Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor, according to Fabrizio Romano.The Blues are eyeing the 18-year-old as one for the future, and it remains unclear how willing they are to bri...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 9:40 AMChelsea open preliminary talks for Atalanta defender Ahanor
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Chelsea have opened preliminary talks with Atalanta and the entourage of Italy international Honest Ahanor.Chelsea are interested in Atalanta defender Ahanor, and ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 5:50 AMChelsea plotting move for Atalanta’s Honest Ahanor
Chelsea are keeping tabs on Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor, according to Fabrizio Romano.The Blues are eyeing the 18-year-old as one for the future, and it remains unclear how willing they are to bri...
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