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Manchester United plans bid for Roma's Manu Koné amid World Cup success

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 9:10 AM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Manchester United plans bid for Roma's Manu Koné amid World Cup success

Summary

Manchester United intends to make a bid for Manu Koné, the AS Roma midfielder, who has been a key player for France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Koné excelled in the quarter-final against Morocco and is set to play against Spain next. His future at Roma is uncertain as the club aims to balance financials after qualifying for the UEFA Champions League. Roma values Koné at €55 million, and Gian Piero Gasperini has acknowledged the necessity of financial equilibrium in the club, highlighting that clarity on player movements may emerge in the coming weeks. Arsenal is also reportedly interested in the player.

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By the Numbers

•Koné impressed for France against Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals.
•Roma values Manu Koné at €55 million amid financial balancing.
•Gian Piero Gasperini emphasizes the need for financial clarity.
•Manchester United and Arsenal are both monitoring Koné's situation.
•Koné's club future could be resolved in the upcoming weeks.

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9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester United to lodge Manu Koné bid, Gian Piero Gasperini addresses Frenchman’s Roma future

What they're saying

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Manu Koné (25) has established himself as an important figure in the France national team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The AS Roma midfielder started and impressed against Morocco in the quarter-final...
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