Sky Italia says Chelsea won't get a clear run at the France international this summer.
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is insisting they prioritise Kounde's signing.
However, Real Madrid and Barcelona are also keen to keep the defender in Spain.
Kounde has a deal with Sevilla to 2024.
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