Chelsea and Man United Eye Roma's Koné

Premier League rivals Chelsea and Man United both want Roma midfielder Manu Koné.

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What happened. Chelsea and Manchester United have both expressed interest in Roma midfielder Manu Koné, who impressed for France at the World Cup. Atlético Madrid's €43 million bid was rejected, with Roma holding out for more.

• Koné is 25 and one of Roma's most valuable assets.
• Atlético Madrid's €43m proposal was turned down.
• Roma are holding out for a higher fee.

Roma's resistance suggests a bidding war could escalate among the interested Premier League clubs.

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