The transfer saga surrounding Cesare Casadei continues to intensify, with Chelsea maintaining a resolute stance on the young midfielder’s potential departure. Gianluca Di Marzio reports that despite aggressive approaches from Lazio and Torino, the London club remains unmoved by the current transfer offers.
Both Serie A clubs have been locked in a competitive bidding war, repeatedly increasing their proposals to bring the 22-year-old midfielder back to Italian football. Lazio has submitted a formal bid of €13 million, while Torino has also presented a competitive offer, yet Chelsea remains unconvinced.
The Blues, under manager Enzo Maresca, are holding out for a more substantial package, consistently requesting additional financial guarantees or conditions that have prevented a breakthrough in negotiations. This standoff has created a complex transfer scenario where neither Lazio nor Torino has managed to meet Chelsea’s precise valuation.
Casadei himself appears eager to return to Serie A, having struggled to establish himself in Chelsea’s first team since his arrival from Inter Milan in 2022. His previous successful loan spell at Leicester City has only heightened the interest from Italian clubs.
