BRIGHTON'S deal with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has collapsed after Chelsea entered the race in the dying hours.
The 25-year-old Leicester midfielder has called off his decision to join Brighton following Chelsea's approach.
Leicester value Dewsbury-Hall at around £35m and are under pressure to sell in order to meet Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) and avoid further breaches.
Dewsbury-Hall had his Brighton medical booked this week - after the Seagulls offered £25m plus Poland international Jakub Moder.
The deal was advanced enough for Moder to head to the Foxes’ Seagrave training ground for his own medical tests.
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But Dewsbury-Hall has made a stunning U-turn in his choice to join Brighton in a bid to listen to Chelsea's offer.
Dewsbury-Hall played under new Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca, who replaced Mauricio Pochettino earlier this summer.
Dewsbury-Hall is one of Leicester's most valuable homegrown assets, and the Foxes will receive 100 percent profit from his sale.
The midfielder made 49 appearances in all competitions for Leicester last season, scoring 12 goals on their way to winning the Championship.
If a straight cash deal proves difficult, Chelsea will consider forming their own swap deal.
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The Blues have discussed a potential deal involving striker Armando Broja in their offer for Dewsbury-Hall.
Todd Boehly's side are understood to have also mentioned David Fofana and midfielder Cesare Casadei to form part of the deal.
What this means for Chelsea star and England international Conor Gallagher is unknown.
Gallagher may yet remain at Stamford Bridge despite being linked with a move away due to Chelsea’s own PSR concerns.
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