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Kone rejects Atletico, considers Arsenal and PSG offers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:10 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Kone rejects Atletico, considers Arsenal and PSG offers

Summary

Manu Koné has turned down an offer from Atletico Madrid and is now weighing interest from Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain. Playing for France at the World Cup, Koné has dreams of joining PSG, which has yet to make a formal approach. Arsenal has reportedly reached out to Koné's representatives to explore his availability. Meanwhile, Atalanta’s Gian Piero Gasperini aims to keep Koné as a foundational player for the team's Champions League campaign. If Koné departs, Atalanta may target Yunus Musah as a replacement.

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By the Numbers

•Koné rejects Atletico Madrid's offer.
•Arsenal has initiated contact with Koné's entourage.
•Koné aspires to join PSG, his hometown club.
•Atalanta is preparing for potential offers for Koné.
•Yunus Musah is a target for Atalanta if Koné leaves.

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1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kone tempted by Arsenal and PSG after rejecting Atletico

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