The agent of Atalanta midfielder Franck Kessie has travelled to London to hold talks with Chelsea, according to reports in Italy.

Corriere dello Sport claim that Georges Atangana met Chelsea officials this week to discuss a potential move to Stamford Bridge in the January transfer window.

The 19-year-old defensive midfielder, who is reportedly valued at £22.5 million, has also been linked with a move to Liverpool in the upcoming window.

Kessie has been the anchor in Atalanta’s midfield this season and has helped guide the club to sixth place in Serie A.

Should Kessie make a move to the Premier League next month, he would unavailable to play straight away as he is set to feature for Ivory Coast at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Source: Metro

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