Chelsea want Roma's Manolas

By Football Italia staff

Chelsea are to re-ignite interest in Roma defender Kostas Manolas, reports in England say.

Contract negotiations have stalled with the Greece international whose current deal expires in 2019, according to the London Evening Standard. The 25-year-old currently earns less than £40,000-a-week, making him one of the lowest players at the club.

The Blues showed an interest in the player this summer, but have now renewed their interest due to a stalemate with the Giallorossi over pay.

According to the same source, Manolas wants a pay-rise to take him to around £50,000-a-week, but Roma are only prepared to offer a maximum increase to £41,000.

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