Paris Saint-Germain are set to hijack Manchester United and Chelsea's move for Atalanta central midfielder Franck Kessie, according to reports from BBC.
The 20-year-old has emerged as a key player for the Serie A side, scoring six goals in his 16 league appearances, and has caught the attention of the European elite.
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United and Chelsea were just two of the clubs interested in the midfield enforcer according to the player's agent, George Atangana, but French champions PSG have now stolen a march in the race for his signature.
Kessie is believed to be valued at around £30 million be Atalanta, with reports suggesting PSG have already offered €25 million to test to the water.
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