Chelsea contact representatives of Roma midfielder Manu Koné

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Chelsea contact representatives of Roma midfielder Manu Koné
Summary

Chelsea have initiated contact with the representatives of Roma midfielder Manu Koné. This inquiry stems from potential uncertainty regarding the future of Enzo Fernández, who has been linked to a move to Manchester City. While Chelsea has identified Koné and Lamine Camara as primary targets for their midfield, the club has not progressed beyond preliminary discussions with the players' agents. Roma has yet to receive formal transfer offers for Koné and maintains a preference to retain the Frenchman. Chelsea remains active in the final stages of the transfer window, though any formal pursuit of a replacement depends on the status of existing squad members.

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  • •Chelsea has contacted the agents of Roma midfielder Manu Koné.
  • •The potential interest is contingent on the possible exit of Enzo Fernández.
  • •Lamine Camara of Monaco is also listed as a target for Chelsea.
  • •Roma has received no formal offers for Koné and intends to keep him.
  • •Discussions have not advanced beyond preliminary contact with player representatives.
Latest Updates
  • 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — D’Amico: ‘Roma happy Kone stayed with us’ despite late Chelsea bid
  • 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — Roma confirm Chelsea enquired about Manu Kone on deadline day, but no official bid arrived amid Enzo Fernandez exit
  • 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Why didn’t Manu Koné join Premier League despite Chelsea and Roma verbal agreement
  • 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea’s pursuit of Roma midfielder Manu Koné ends
  • 7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea open talks with Roma to sign Manu Koné
  • 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea make contact with Roma for Manu Kone
  • 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea made contact with Roma midfielder Manu Koné’s representatives
  • 11:10 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea make move for Kone in case of Enzo’s exit
What they're saying
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AS Roma sporting director Tony D'Amico has said Chelsea did not make a bid for Manu Kone despite a deadline day enquiry.Chelsea are understood to have explored a move for Kone in the final stages of t...

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Chelsea are eyeing Manu Koné. According to Matteo Moretto, the English club has contacted Roma in the last few hours to inquire about the French midfielder. This is an initial approach by the Blues t...

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Chelsea are stepping up their pursuit of France international Manu Koné (25) on deadline day, according to a report from Foot Mercato.It was previously reported this summer that Koné would be keen t...

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