Roma enquire about signing Chelsea youngster Tyrique George | OneFootball

Chelsea winger Tyrique George is attracting interest from Serie A side AS Roma, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

They have turned to the Chelsea ace after Jadon Sancho stalled on a move to Italy. Roma reportedly enquired about George in July and are now back in for him.

George enjoyed a breakout season at Chelsea last term. He bagged three goals and five assists in 26 appearances for the Blues, playing across the frontline.

Former Chelsea star Joe Cole lauded George as ‘every full-back’s nightmare’.

The 19-year-old scored a crucial equaliser for against Fulham in the Premier League before the Blues claimed the win on April 20.

That goal, against the run of play, proved pivotal to stopping Chelsea’s wretched run.

Chelsea’s win over Fulham sparked a remarkable turnaround that culminated in winning the Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup.

However, George will struggle to get a look-in at Chelsea after they signed Jamie Bynoe-Gittens. They are also plotting a move for Alejandro Garnacho.

Pedro Neto and Estevao Willian add further depth to the squad.

Chelsea are open to letting George leave, but it remains unclear whether any deal will be a permanent transfer or a loan exit. RB Leipzig and other Premier League clubs are also interested.

Chelsea must tread carefully if they sanction George’s departure.

The teenager showed glimpses of his quality last season and has the tools to evolve into a lethal attacking force, particularly with Roma, where he will get opportunities.

Roma have only the ageing Stephan Kareem El Shaarawy as a natural left-wing option, meaning George could feature regularly.

That development path makes it imperative for Chelsea to insert a buyback clause or, at the very least, a first-refusal option in any deal.

Allowing him to leave outright without such protections would be a strategic error, especially given his trajectory and potential resale value.