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Chelsea enters negotiations to sign midfielder Manu Kone from Roma

3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:38 AM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Chelsea enters negotiations to sign midfielder Manu Kone from Roma
Summary

Chelsea has initiated discussions with representatives for Roma midfielder Manu Kone as the summer transfer window enters its final 48 hours. The Premier League club reportedly considers Kone one of two primary midfield targets alongside Monaco player Lamine Camara. While interest in the Frenchman grew following his performance with the France national team during the 2026 World Cup, Roma has stated a desire to retain the 25-year-old. No formal transfer proposals have been submitted to the Italian club, which currently values the midfielder at approximately €60 million. Manchester United, Manchester City, and Real Madrid have previously been linked to the player, though none have moved forward with a formal offer. The summer transfer window is scheduled to close on September 1, leaving little time for Chelsea to reach an agreement if they choose to pursue a deal.

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Key Details
  • •Chelsea is currently in contact with the agent of Roma midfielder Manu Kone.
  • •Lamine Camara of Monaco is also under consideration by Chelsea for a midfield position.
  • •Roma values Manu Kone at approximately €60 million and prefers to keep the player.
  • •The summer transfer window is set to close on September 1.
  • •No formal bids for Manu Kone have been received by Roma.
Latest Updates
  • 10:38 AMYahoo Sports — Roma deny Chelsea have made Kone offer while Blues move for Camara
  • 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea in advanced talks for Kone for €60 million
  • 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea open talks for Roma’s Kone in final 48 hours of summer transfer window
What they're saying
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Serie A side Roma deny any formal offer has come in from Chelsea for midfielder Manu Kone. The move is part of Chelsea's plans to replace Enzo Fernandez, who is closing in on a move to Manchester City before the transfer deadline for a fee of about £120m.

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Monday’s reports claim that Premier League side Chelsea have opened discussions with the representatives of Roma midfielder Manu Kone in the final 48 hours of the summer transfer window.Report: Chel...

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There’s a dramatic acceleration in the Roma-Chelsea deal. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, negotiations for Manu Koné’s transfer to the Blues are now advanced, with a deal worth £52 million (app...

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