Roma turns down Chelsea's €60 million bid for Manu Kone

Roma rejected a transfer bid from Chelsea that included €60 million and a loan of Jamie Gittens for Manu Kone. The offer was made on the final day of the summer transfer window. Reports indicate that Kone's significance to Roma's midfield has increased, especially after a strong performance against Sassuolo, where he completed all 56 passes and won numerous duels. His relationship with manager Gian Piero Gasperini has improved, highlighting Kone's crucial role in the team's stability and transition play.

• 7:16 AMYahoo Sports — Revealed: Roma rejected €60mln plus Gittens for Kone