Liverpool maintain transfer interest in Roma midfielder Manu Kone
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Liverpool have identified Roma midfielder Manu Kone as a potential future midfield addition. David Ornstein confirmed the club holds interest in the French player, who previously attracted attention from Chelsea before the London club shifted focus to Lamine Camara. Although Liverpool currently face squad registration limitations regarding non-homegrown players, Kone is viewed as a candidate to provide defensive support in the center of the pitch. The 25-year-old has played in every match for Roma this season as the team holds a perfect record in Serie A. Potential movement in the transfer market for Kone remains dependent on Liverpool clearing space within their current squad quota. Increased interest from Premier League clubs is expected if the midfielder continues his current form for the Italian side throughout the coming months.
- •David Ornstein identifies Manu Kone as a transfer target for Liverpool.
- •Kone previously attracted interest from Chelsea before they signed Lamine Camara.
- •Roma currently leads Serie A with a perfect record in all matches played.
- •Liverpool must sell non-homegrown players to comply with squad registration limits.
- •Kone plays as a defensive midfielder with significant experience in the number 6 role.
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