Chelsea Tracking Midfield Target
Chelsea are actively monitoring the development of Como midfielder Lucas Da Cunha as they evaluate options to bolster their squad for the 2027 calendar year. According to reports from TEAMtalk, the Premier League side has kept a close watch on the 25-year-old’s progress in Serie A. Da Cunha has established himself as a central figure at Como under the management of Cesc Fàbregas, having successfully transitioned from an attacking winger to a disciplined deep-lying playmaker.
The Frenchman’s evolution has been a significant narrative in Italy, with his form earning him a recent call-up to the senior France squad. He made his international debut under new head coach Zinedine Zidane in September 2026, starting against Belgium. This rise in stock has placed him on the radar of several European clubs. While Chelsea are firm in their interest, they are not alone in tracking the player; reported interest has also been cited from Manchester United, Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Brighton & Hove Albion, Liverpool, Nottingham Forest, and Bournemouth. Additionally, Serie A sides including Atalanta, Napoli, and Roma have previously monitored his situation.
Contract Security and Standing at Como
Despite the widespread attention, Como are in a strong negotiating position regarding their captain. Da Cunha signed a contract extension last summer, committing his future to the club until 2031. This long-term agreement ensures that the Italian side is under no immediate pressure to sell their influential midfielder, who joined the club in January 2023.
The player has publicly expressed his satisfaction at the club, describing Como as a family during his contract renewal process. For Chelsea, any move would likely require substantial financial capital to test the resolve of the Serie A outfit. With the club currently managing a significant squad turnover under manager Xabi Alonso, future recruitment remains a priority, yet any formal approach for Da Cunha would need to account for his status as an indispensable leader and captain within the Como squad.
