AJ Auxerre was also interested in a deal for David Datro Fofana, but Strasbourg has officially signed him instead.

According to a report by journalist Marc Mechenoua on the social network X, Auxerre from France is also in conversations with Chelsea to acquire David Datro Fofana. Mallorca has reportedly made the best offer to Chelsea so far.

L’Equipe reports that discussions have started with Chelsea concerning a loan for Datro Fofana that includes a purchase option, and that the financial conditions are difficult to finalize. According to the latest information on Saturday, Fofana has given his agreement to join Auxerre, and club officials are now awaiting Chelsea's final approval. The purchase option would be contingent on Auxerre maintaining its Ligue 1 status.

Auxerre is seeking to recruit Chelsea forward David Datro Fofana, who spent the first part of the season on loan at the Turkish club Karagümrük, scoring 6 goals in 13 league appearances. Chelsea and Auxerre have entered into discussions for a loan with an option to buy for the 23-year-old Ivorian international, who has 3 caps for his country. The forward, who joined the London club in January 2023, has a contract that runs until 2029 and has also attracted interest from another French club and several teams in Qatar. His current Transfermarkt market value is €5.00m. In the January 2026 window, Chelsea's asking price has been reported at £10 million, down from a reported £15 million in August 2025.