Manchester United and Liverpool seek to sign Manu Kone from Roma
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Manchester United and Liverpool are in a transfer battle for Roma midfielder Manu Kone. The 25-year-old has impressed at the World Cup 2026, attracting interest from both clubs. Roma has set Kone's price at £51 million. United recently signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and aims to bolster their midfield following Casemiro's exit and Manuel Ugarte's injury. Liverpool, having secured defender Jeremy Jacquet and forward Victor Munoz, is also looking to strengthen their midfield with Kone.
- •Manchester United and Liverpool compete for Manu Kone.
- •Kone has started four matches for France in the World Cup 2026.
- •Roma values Kone at £51 million.
- •United aim to add a third midfielder amid departures.
- •Liverpool seeks midfield reinforcements after recent signings.
- 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester United in transfer battle with Liverpool for Serie A star
"Manchester United and Liverpool are competing for the signature of Roma star Manu Kone. The 25-year-old has caught the attention of the two English giants after starting four matches for France at th...
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