Chelsea close to agreeing deal for Roma's Kone

Chelsea are close to an agreement with Roma to sign France midfielder Manu Kone, according to Sky in Italy.

The fee being discussed is understood to £52m.

Kone is being lined up as replacement for Enzo Fernandez, with talks ongoing over a move to Manchester City.

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The clubs are also advancing on Roma taking Jamie Gittens on loan from Chelsea.

More to follow.