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Everton make £15m bid for star midfielder: Chelsea boss Antonio Conte willing to pay more
EVERTON have a had a £15million bid for Franck Kessie turned down by Atlanta.
Nathaniel Chalobah welcomes Nathan Ake to Chelsea
The Ivory Coast midfielder has had a breakthrough season for the Serie A side, scoring six goals in 16 appearances this term.
His performances have earned him admirers across Europe with Chelsea and Juventus amongst those credited with an interest.
Franck Kessie is wanted by Everton and Chelsea
But according to The Guardian, Everton have stolen a march on those clubs by submitting an offer for the 20-year-old.
Everton boss Ronald Koeman is determined to strengthen his midfield in the January transfer window and is close to sealing a deal for Morgan Schneiderlin after a £22m bid was accepted by Manchester United.
Franck Kessie will be at the Africa Cup of Nations with the Ivory Coast
However, it is claimed Atlanta are holding out for around £30m for Kessie.
A deal for Kessie may be complicated by his involvement at the Africa Cup of Nations with the Ivory Coast.
Franck Kessie has starred for Atlanta this season
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is said to be an admirer of the midfield ace with a £21m bid being considered.
Brazilian Oscar left the club earlier this month for the Chinese Super League and a replacement is needed.
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