Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 10 Aug 2026
Chelsea eye Manu Kone as Enzo Fernandez replacement
Chelsea are plotting a surprise move for Roma midfielder Manu Kone to replace Enzo Fernandez.
M. Kone
player
Player
Manu Kone
Position
Midfielder
Current club
AS Roma
Linked club
Chelsea
What happened. Chelsea are interested in signing AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone as a potential replacement for Enzo Fernandez, according to reports.
- Kone has also been linked with Manchester United recently.
- The 25-year-old French international is expected to leave Roma this summer.
- Chelsea's interest is reported via SiamoLaRoma.
The move is still in early stages, with no bid or negotiations confirmed yet.
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