Chelsea contact representatives of Roma midfielder Manu Koné
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 11:10 AM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
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.
- •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.
- 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
"Chelsea are reported to have made contact with the representatives of AS Roma’s Manu Koné (25) to sound out the possibility of a potential transfer before the transfer window closes, according to F...
"Chelsea are eyeing Manu Koné. With the transfer window now closed, the Roma midfielder’s name is back at the center of attention in the Premier League. The Blues have contacted the Frenchman’s ag...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 12:55 PMChelsea made contact with Roma midfielder Manu Koné’s representatives
Chelsea are reported to have made contact with the representatives of AS Roma’s Manu Koné (25) to sound out the possibility of a potential transfer before the transfer window closes, according to F...
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 11:10 AMChelsea make move for Kone in case of Enzo’s exit
Chelsea are eyeing Manu Koné. With the transfer window now closed, the Roma midfielder’s name is back at the center of attention in the Premier League. The Blues have contacted the Frenchman’s ag...
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