Chelsea to bid for Jonathan Rowe

Chelsea have submitted an official offer for Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe, with the Italian club understood to be listening to proposals for the former Norwich player.

According to Get Football News Italy, the Blues have made their move amid interest from Aston Villa, setting up the possibility of competition for Rowe’s signature during the summer window. Bologna are not being described as actively pushing the player out, but the report indicates that they are prepared to consider offers.

Rowe’s situation is now one to watch closely, with Chelsea’s formal approach representing the clearest step yet among the interested clubs. Aston Villa are also monitoring the player, and their interest could influence how Bologna handle negotiations if a bidding contest develops.

No transfer fee or contract terms have been specified in the report, leaving Bologna’s valuation unclear at this stage. The club’s stance, however, suggests that a suitable proposal could be enough to bring them to the table.

Rowe joined Bologna after his time at Norwich, and his performances in Italy have attracted attention from clubs looking to strengthen in wide attacking areas. Detailed figures for his 2025/26 Serie A campaign were not included in the available report, but the level of interest around him indicates that his first-team progress has not gone unnoticed.

Chelsea’s recruitment plans remain under scrutiny as they assess attacking options, and Rowe appears to have emerged as a concrete target. With an official offer now reportedly submitted, Bologna’s response will determine whether talks can advance in the coming days.