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Roma considers replacements for Manchester United target Koné

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 9:25 AM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Roma considers replacements for Manchester United target Koné

Summary

Roma is preparing for significant offers for Manu Koné, with Manchester United leading the interest. The club has started to identify potential replacements as head coach Gian Piero Gasperini indicated they may have to part with a key player due to financial issues. The transfer deadline has been extended to July 31st. Roma values Koné at €55-60 million and expresses a preference for cashing in on Matias Soulé, despite insufficient offers. To counteract the situation, Roma is monitoring players including Frank Kessié and Khephren Thuram, alongside others such as Arne Engels from Celtic and Danilo Santos from Botafogo.

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Key Details

•Roma is targeting replacements amid interest in Manu Koné from Manchester United.
•Transfer deadline for player movements is now July 31st.
•Roma values Koné at €55-60 million.
•Matias Soulé is the preferred player to be sold, but offers are low.
•The club is considering players like Frank Kessié and Khephren Thuram.

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9:25 AMYahoo Sports — Roma List Substitutes for Manchester United Target Koné

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With the World Cup now in the rearview mirror, Roma are bracing for Manu Koné to fetch significant offers, with Manchester United leading the pack. They have begun earmarking potential replacements, ...
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