If the deal with AEK Athens collapses, clubs in Turkey are likely to hijack the transfer. The Turkish transfer window remains open for two more days, providing an opportunity for these clubs to secure Fofana's move.

AEK Atene is finalizing a deal for Chelsea's Ivorian striker, David Datro Fofana. The two clubs are closing an agreement based on a loan with a purchase option set at twenty-four million euros.

Chelsea is looking to finalize the transfer of David Datro Fofana. The Athletic reported that Chelsea has intensified talks with AEK Atene for the forward, hoping to reach an agreement before the transfer window in Greece closes on Wednesday. AEK Atene has shown the most interest in the former Molde player. He was bought by Chelsea in January 2023 for over 10 million euros. Since then, he has made only 3 appearances for Chelsea and has played on loan at Union Berlin and Burnley. The amount AEK Atene will pay could be less than 10 million euros, but bonuses will be included.

The transfer of David Datro Fofana from Chelsea did not proceed, prompting AEK to activate their alternative solution, which was Frantzdy Pierrot from Maccabi Haifa.

David Datro Fofana is a candidate to depart from Chelsea if suitors can be found.

David Datro Fofana is considering alternative destinations, including Saudi Arabia, according to BBC journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

David Datro Fofana is considering alternative destinations, including Portugal, according to BBC journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

David Datro Fofana is considering alternative destinations, including Netherlands, according to BBC journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

David Datro Fofana is considering alternative destinations, including Turkey, according to BBC journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

David Datro Fofana is considering alternative destinations, including Greece, according to BBC journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

David Datro Fofana is seeking an exit from Chelsea.

David Datro Fofana is set to depart Chelsea before Deadline Day.

David Datro Fofana is expected to depart Chelsea before the window closes as part of the club's clearout.

David Datro Fofana is expected to leave Chelsea. Specific details about potential new clubs or transfer fee are not provided.

David Datro Fofana is expected to leave Chelsea this summer.

Chelsea are likely to sell young forward David Datro Fofana.

David Datro Fofana has struggled to cement a spot in Chelsea’s first team and will likely find a viable suitor in the Premier League this summer for his services.