Manchester United keen on Chelsea’s N’Golo Kante

The summer transfer window is approaching, and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!

TOP STORY: Man Utd keen on Chelsea’s Kante

Manchester United are interested in signing N’Golo Kante from Chelsea, according to the Guardian.

Midfielder Kante’s contract expires next year and with United keen to strengthen their midfield this summer, new boss Erik ten Haag is keen to test Chelsea see if they’re willing to negotiate.

Kante remains a key player for Thomas Tuchel however, and he has made secret of wanting to continue working with the 31-year-old World Cup winner.

Kante has experienced injury problems this season, which could be one reason the Blues might consider letting him leave. Tuchel has admitted his frustration at not having a fully fit Kante to choose, but it would be a brace move from the new owners to allow a player of his calibre to join a major rival.

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PAPER GOSSIP

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