Manu Kone Targeted by Manchester United, Chelsea and Other Premier League Clubs in €50‑Million Roma Deal

French midfielder Manu Kone, 25, has impressed for AS Roma and the France national team, prompting several English clubs to pursue a summer transfer. Manchester United are reported to be leading the race, with a €50‑million offer expected to be launched next week. Chelsea have opened preliminary talks to secure the player, aiming to out‑bid rivals. Liverpool and Arsenal are also linked to the midfielder, while Roma have indicated they will only consider selling for a price above €50 million.

Roma are evaluating potential replacements, including Juventus’s Khéphren Thuram and Botafogo midfielder Danilo, should Kone depart. The interest reflects a broader Premier League demand for a physically robust, box‑to‑box midfielder to strengthen midfield steel.

All clubs view Kone as a priority target ahead of the new season, with the transfer window already seeing heightened activity across top European leagues.