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Chelsea identify AS Roma star Kostas Manolas as target, agent responds to rumours

AS Roma star defender Kostas Manolas has emerged as a transfer target for Chelsea in the ongoing summer transfer window.

Kostas Manolas was one of the obvious names in the Italian club’s starting lineup in both the league and the Champions League last season. The Greek international central defender had an excellent season under Eusebio Di Francesco.

As per the report from Romanews.eu, Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich wants to bring Kostas Manolas to Stamford Bridge this summer. Kostas Manolas has a release clause of €38 million in his contract at the Stadio Olimpico and the Blues were reportedly ready to pay the price.