{
  "id": 10951745,
  "title": "Manu Kone fully focused on Roma after failed Chelsea transfer",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/manu-kone-fully-focused-on-roma-after-failed-chelsea-transfer",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-30T13:35:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/manu-kone-fully-focused-roma-133500631.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manu Kone, a midfielder, is fully focused on Roma following a failed transfer to Chelsea. The Serie A side had nearly lost Kone in the summer when Chelsea made a late move for the player. Kone is now content at Roma and appreciative of the club's role in his development. The French international has made a significant impact this season, scoring a brace against Inter and being called up for the national team. During a recent media conference, Kone clarified that the Chelsea transfer saga is behind him and emphasized his commitment to Roma. He credited the club for helping him grow and improve both tactically and mentally. Kone acknowledged his time at Borussia Mönchengladbach, expressing gratitude for the opportunity. Roma's decision to retain Kone speaks to his importance to the team for the upcoming season.",
  "summary": "Serie A side Roma had come close to losing Manu Kone in the summer as Chelsea had stepped forward for a late deal. But the player is now satisfied at the Giallorossi and is grateful for helping him im...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}