Chelsea ‘make shock contact with Liverpool hero Georginio Wijnaldum over free transfer after failed Lamine Camara move’

CHELSEA are reportedly plotting a shock move for Georginio Wijnaldum after deadline day proved to be a disaster. The West Londoners were furious when Monaco pulled the plug on a deal which would have seen Lamine Camara complete a last-gasp switch to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea are eyeing a move for Georginio Wijnaldum Credit: Getty The free agent had a trophy-laden spell with Liverpool Credit: AFP And, having flogged Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City for a British record-equalling £125million, Chelsea have been left short of options in the middle of the park. But Blues chief Xabi Alonso is now considering dipping into the free agency market as he makes a desperate attempt to secure more cover. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Foot Mercato report Chelsea have contacted Wijnaldum, 35, ahead of potentially offering a surprise route back into the Premier League. The Dutchman is still up for grabs despite the transfer window slamming shut on Tuesday because of leaving Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq in the summer. Chelsea are ready to offer Wijnaldum a short-term contract if personal terms can be agreed. Alonso sees the former Newcastle man as an attractive option due to already boasting plenty of Premier League experience. Wijnaldum made 217 appearances in the English top-flight during spells at St James’ Park and Liverpool. He also became an Anfield hero after winning the Premier League, Champions League, Club World Cup and Super Cup with the Merseyside giants. Most read in Sport SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET UP TO £100 BONUS But Wijnaldum stunned Liverpool chiefs when he snubbed fresh terms and joined Paris Saint-Germain five years ago. The midfielder found the back of the net 17 times in 34 outings for Al-Ettifaq last season. It was still not enough for the Saudi Pro League big-spenders to reward him with a new deal. And Wijnaldum has been left in limbo since being shown the exit door by Al-Ettifaq. Chelsea have turned to Wijnaldum after their move for Lamine Camara fell through Credit: Getty Xabi Alonso was furious when Monaco pulled the plug Credit: Alamy Chelsea were not afraid to splash the cash during the summer transfer window. Morgan Rogers became the Blues’ most expensive signing of all-time when he sealed a £117m move from Aston Villa. Comment now