Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 31 Aug 2026
Chelsea eye Manu Kone as Enzo Fernandez backup
With the transfer window closing, Chelsea are exploring Manu Kone as a fallback if Enzo Fernandez departs.
M. Kone
player
Player
Manu Kone
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Roma
Linked club
Chelsea
What happened. Chelsea are in contact with Roma midfielder Manu Kone as an alternative to Lamine Camara, should Enzo Fernandez be sold.
- Kone is a backup option to Lamine Camara.
- The move depends on Enzo Fernandez's potential sale.
- Only 24 hours remain in the transfer window.
Chelsea must act quickly if they want to secure a midfielder before the deadline.
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