Monaco believe they could command more than £60m for Senegal international Lamine Camara after his proposed move to Chelsea collapsed on transfer deadline day.
The French club had reportedly agreed a fee of £47m for the midfielder during the summer, but the transfer did not go through before the deadline.
Monaco now expect renewed interest in the Senegalese player and believe his value could rise beyond the previously agreed figure.
The club are reportedly prepared to allow a bidding contest to develop, with both Chelsea and Liverpool viewed as potential contenders for Camara’s signature.
Monaco are said to be comfortable with the possibility of Chelsea returning for the player, while Liverpool could also enter the race.
The French side believe competition between the two Premier League clubs could work in their favour and increase the eventual transfer fee.
Camara’s collapsed move to Stamford Bridge on deadline day has therefore not ended speculation over his future.
Instead, Monaco now see an opportunity to secure a substantially higher fee should Chelsea or Liverpool renew their interest.
The £47m fee agreed during the summer had already underlined the value Monaco placed on the Senegalese midfielder. However, the club now believe a bidding war could push that figure beyond £60m.
The possibility of competition between two Premier League clubs is central to Monaco’s thinking.
Chelsea were the club involved in the move that fell through on deadline day, but Liverpool are also regarded as a potential destination for Camara.
Monaco are reportedly happy for both clubs to compete for the Senegal international rather than committing to a lower valuation.
For the French club, the collapse of the Chelsea deal could therefore ultimately work to their advantage if interest from both Premier League sides develops into a formal bidding contest.
Camara’s situation also highlights the uncertainty that can surround major transfers as clubs attempt to complete deals before the deadline.
Despite the agreement over a £47m fee during the summer, the move to Stamford Bridge did not materialise.
Monaco have subsequently reassessed what they believe the player could be worth in the market and now expect to receive more than £60m.
The club’s willingness to wait for a bidding war means there is no immediate indication that Camara’s future will be resolved.
Instead, Monaco appear prepared to see whether Chelsea renew their pursuit and whether Liverpool decide to make their interest concrete.
