
Manchester United targets Roma midfielder Koné as Friedkin hold firm on €50m valuation
Manchester United have moved aggressively for Roma midfielder Manu Koné after abandoning their pursuit of Atalanta's Ederson, with Arsenal and Newcastle also circling the French midfielder. Koné's performances at the World Cup have established him on the international stage, prompting a flurry of interest from Premier League clubs. An official offer is expected imminently on the Friedkin Group's desk. Roma's ownership has set a firm stance: they will not consider any proposal below €50 million. The figure is significant for the club's financial planning, as a sale at that level would provide decisive impetus to the balance sheet before the end of July, aligning with the Settlement Agreement deadline with UEFA. Koné, born in 2001, recorded a 92% pass completion rate and won 100% of his tackles in Roma's most recent World Cup match against Morocco, underlining the quality that has attracted top European suitors.








