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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jacob Steinberg

Manchester United consider bid for Chelsea’s N’Golo Kanté

N’Golo Kanté
N’Golo Kanté in action against Manchester United in April. Photograph: Matthew Ashton/AMA/Getty Images

Manchester United are interested in signing N’Golo Kanté from Chelsea. Kanté’s contract expires next year and United, desperate to strengthen their midfield after underperforming last season, are keen to find out whether the France international could be sold this summer.

At the moment it seems unlikely Chelsea would be willing to sell. Kanté has been a crucial player for Thomas Tuchel and although there are concerns over the 31-year-old’s injury record he remains one of the best players in the Premier League when 100% fit. He was outstanding when Chelsea won the Champions League in 2021 and the club’s new owners would have to think long and hard before deciding to sell to United.

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