Chelsea eye late swoop: talks opened with Roma’s Manu Kone as Alonso races deadline to bolster midfield | OneFootball

Chelsea have contacted the representatives of AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone to discuss a potential late move.

Xabi Alonso is assessing midfielders ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline forPremier League clubs, with Kone a player of interest.

The France international had been linked with a move away from Rome throughout the summer, as theSerie A side look to remain compliant with UEFA's financial rules. However, no move has materialised with Roma now keen to keep Kone at this stage of the window.

The 25-year-old was a standout as Roma secured Champions League qualification last season, and featured five times for France at the 2026 World Cup.

Foot Maercato journalistSanti Aouna has reported Chelsea's interest in Kone, though Roma have not received any formal bids. Chelsea also admirer AS Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara as Alonso looks to complete his squad before the deadline.

The West Londoners are on the lookout for midfieldersamid doubts around Enzo Fernandez. The Argentina international was not included in the squad for Sunday's win against Brighton, amid transfer interest from Manchester City.

Speaking at full-time, Alonso said Chelsea were open to all situations regarding Fernandez's future.

"We will see. We want the best for team,"Alonso said on the situation.

"If anything that will happen or develop, we are not sure. We are preparing for all the scenarios, but I know that from Wednesday, we have a team to challenge and I want to win."

Chelsea have set an asking price of around £120m for the 26-year-old, who is keen to leave Stamford Bridge.