Sources: Chelsea 'close' to agreeing Lamine Camara deal
Chelsea are rapidly "closing" in on the signing of Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara in the final stages of the transfer window, sources have told Football Insider.
The 22-year-old has been subject to interest from several Premier League clubs this summer, but it is the Blues who are "leading the race" for him as the window ticks into its final hours.
The West London outfit are now prioritising their pursuit of the Senegal international, in a bid to ensure that they can secure his signature before Tuesday's 11pm deadline.
Enzo Fernandez appears increasingly likely to leave Stamford Bridge, and sources have indicated that Camara is at the top of the club's list of replacements.
The Monaco starlet is tipped to have a huge future ahead of him, and a Premier League move now appears to be a serious prospect.
Camara made 24 appearances in Ligue 1 last term, and chipped in with three goals and four assists from the middle of the park.
Chelsea in race against time to land Lamine Camara
Camara's pedigree has made him a clear target for Premier League clubs in recent months, and Chelsea are now in the best position to sign him.
The Blues have amassed a wealth of promising young talents in recent years, and are now hoping to add Camara to their collection.
The youngster is already experienced beyond his years, and has been a crucial part of Monaco's Champions League campaigns in each of the last two seasons.
He is also a key player for his country already, and started all four games for Senegal at this summer's World Cup in North America.
Chelsea have made progress towards securing a deal for him in recent days, and they now face a race against time to get the transfer done.
Chelsea locked in race to sign Christian Kofane
Football Insider revealed on Sunday that Chelsea are also racing Newcastle and Aston Villa to sign Bayer Leverkusen starlet Christian Kofane.
The 20-year-old forward is extremely highly-rated in the Bundesliga, and is tipped to have a huge future ahead of him.
Leverkusen are reluctant to lose their prized asset at this stage of the window, but could be tempted into a sale if the right offer were to be put forward.
Kofane notched seven goals and six assists in all competitions last term, and already has two strikes to his name from just two competitive games this time around.