20 Jun 2016 22:54:10
Any interest in Koke ? Thanks

{Ed002's Note - In January 2014 Barcelona held talks with Atletico Madrid about Koke and Chelsea also discussed Koke in terms of being part of a possible part exchange deal with a Chelsea player. Atletico wanted to keep him and there were complxities regarding his full ownership so Barcelona looked to Rakitic instead. After declaring he would not move in the summer of 2014, interest was deferred until last summer. Chelsea spoke again with Atletico and made clear they remain interested but right now they don't see him as a viable option for this summer and are looking elsewhere as the shuffle the midfield around. However, they do remain in close contact with Atletico over another player a third party is negotiating for on their behalf. Manchester City, or rather the new manager, sees Koke as a possible long-term replacement for Yaya Toure but are again not convinced a move this summer will be viable and will likely look to another option they have in mind. Bayern Munich may become interested if he comes up for sale.} .}

1.) 22 Jun 2016
22 Jun 2016 22:49:20
Cheers ed, much appreciated!