David Ornstein disputes claims of Liverpool interference in failed Lamine Camara deal

David Ornstein has dismissed claims that Liverpool obstructed Chelsea’s pursuit of Lamine Camara on deadline day. The transfer fell through during the final hours of the window, leaving Chelsea with a vacancy in their midfield. Speculation suggested Liverpool interfered by signaling future interest in the player, but Ornstein stated the collapse was likely due to complications involving the Folarin Balogun transfer at Monaco. Chelsea continues to monitor potential midfield targets, with reports indicating a possible return to interest in Arsenal player Martin Zubimendi during the January window. Meanwhile, Chelsea confirmed that Dastan Satpayev has returned to the club for rehabilitation after sustaining a hamstring injury during his loan spell at Burnley.

• 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Ornstein denies Liverpool were behind collapse of vital Chelsea midfield move