Romeo Lavia snubs Liverpool for Chelsea

Romeo Lavia has reportedly declined Liverpool’s offer in order to join Chelsea in what is a second major blow for Jurgen Klopp team after the Blues managed to acquire Moises Caicedo.

Roméo Lavia decides to join Chelsea as next club and step for his career. It has been communicated to Southampton — ready to close deal between clubs 🚨🔵

Chelsea are prepared to pay £50m fixed fee plus add-ons, as @David_Ornstein reported.#CFC want it done by Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/w4kvQRWBOF

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 14, 2023

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The Belgian has been a top priority target for both clubs and it seemed the youngster was heading to Anfield after Liverpool were the first to agree terms with Southampton.

However, in an incredible U-turn the 19-year-old seems to have rejected the Reds in favor of joining Stamford Bridge in a deal, that is estimated to be worth around £50m.

Liverpool even made a bid of £60m, which is £10m more than the prize, required by Southampton.

Lavia is set to make a swift return to the Premier League from the Championship as the deal is expected to go through easily, given the good relationship between the two clubs.