Overview
- Italian journalist Francesca Teodori says multiple sources expect Kone to leave Roma and join Manchester United in June, adding the player is very keen on the move.
- Reporting indicates Roma could engage at a fee of roughly €50–60m, far below the price tags cited for domestic options Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba.
- Goal reports Roma rejected an Inter offer exceeding €40m last summer and that Kone is under contract until 2029, pointing to potentially firm negotiating leverage.
- United are prioritising midfield changes under Ruben Amorim given uncertainty over senior options and inconsistent minutes for Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte.
- A possible link to Roma’s interest in Joshua Zirkzee remains unconfirmed, while discussions about January business continue alongside a broader two-window rebuild plan.