David Datro Fofana on verge of Strasbourg loan move from Chelsea

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·2 febbraio 2026

David Datro Fofana on verge of Strasbourg loan move from Chelsea

RC Strasbourg are closing in on the loan signing of Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana, with only the final signature required for the deal to be made official – according to a report from L’Équipe.

The 23-year-old Côte d’Ivoire international has given his agreement in principle, and a dry loan between sister clubs Chelsea and RC Strasbourg, both owned by the BlueCo group, was finalised on Sunday. Fofana is expected to complete a medical in London before travelling to Alsace, with official confirmation anticipated imminently.

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Chelsea opted against alternative proposals, notably from RCD Mallorca, who included an €8m purchase option, and AJ Auxerre, a destination favoured by the player. Instead, the Blues prioritised a straight loan that keeps Fofana under contract until June 2029.GFFN | George Boxall