Chelsea eye Manu Kone as Enzo Fernandez replacement

Chelsea have been given the green light to sign Manu Kone from Roma, with Xabi Alonso preparing for Enzo Fernandez's exit.

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What happened. Chelsea are interested in signing Manu Kone from Roma as a potential replacement for Enzo Fernandez, who may leave before the transfer deadline.

• Kone's contract at Roma expires in June 2029.
• Manchester City missed the deadline to sign Enzo Fernandez for £120m but remain keen.
• Kone earned praise from Patrick Vieira at the World Cup.

“Kone made a great impression at the World Cup, earning the utmost praise from Patrick Viera.”

— Patrick Vieira

Chelsea may table an offer before Tuesday night's deadline, but it remains to be seen.

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