Chelsea and Arsenal set for transfer battle over 24-year-old Frenchman | OneFootball

Chelsea are hoping to sign the AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone during the summer transfer window.

According to a report from Il Messaggero, the player is interested in a move to the Premier League as well.

The 24-year-old has shown his quality in Germany and Italy. He has the physical and technical attributes for English football and could be an important addition to Chelsea’s midfield. Enzo Fernandez has been linked with the move away from the club. Kone could be a quality replacement.

Along with Chelsea, Arsenal are interested in signing the player. It remains to be seen which of the two clubs can get the deal done.

The 24-year-old central midfielder will add control, defensive cover and drive to the midfield. He has the technical attributes to play for a big club, and he could be available for a reasonable fee as well. Roma need to raise funds to comply with the Financial Fair Play rules, and they are prepared to sell the player.

Kone will be hoping to sort out his future quickly. He is entering the peak years of his career, and the opportunity to play in the Premier League would be ideal. He will look to establish himself as a key player at the top club.

Meanwhile, Arsenal need more quality in the midfield as well. They should look to bring in an upgrade on Christian Norgaard. The Premier League champions will be able to provide Champions League football next season, and they could be an attractive destination for the player. It remains to be seen which of the two clubs can convince the player to join.