Manchester United have set their sights on signing Roma midfielder Manu Kone as manager Ruben Amorim looks to rebuild his midfield next year, according to reports Caught offside.
The Red Devils have made steady progress under Amorim during the current league season and are currently just three points behind fourth-placed Liverpool with an identical goal difference.
With a winnable schedule against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Leeds United and Burnley ahead, Man United have an ideal chance to break into the Champions League by January.
United could also look to strengthen their squad in 2026 Caught offside claim Kone has been identified as a ‘perfect fit’ to strengthen the midfield under Amorim due to his strength and ball-carrying ability.
However, Roma have ruled out a mid-season departure for Kone as his contract does not expire until June 2029. The Giallorossi are expected to be left with a fee of between £52m and £57m at the end of the season.
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The 24-year-old first made a name for himself with Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. He had an injury-plagued final season in Germany but has been a revelation since his move to Roma, initially on loan in 2024.
Kone has operated from the left central midfield role for the Serie A giants this season. He was an important catalyst behind their good start. The Frenchman was always present in Serie A for the Giallorossi and completed with it 91% of his passes.
He has also won 5.4 duels per appearance, along with 4.5 recoveries and 1.9 tackles. Kone has all the qualities to meet the demands of the Premier League. Kone has good strength and the ability to control proceedings in the middle of the park.
He is also brilliant with his distribution and would be an upgrade to Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte in the number 6 role. Casemiro has been much better with his passing range this campaign, but has struggled with his work rate after the hour mark of games.
Ugarte impressed with his high pressing and intensity compared to the Brazilian, but occasionally gave away possession unnecessarily. Kone would be a perfect addition to Bruno Fernandes in midfield next season if United were to buy him.
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