Arsenal have been linked with a move for Manu Kone, and reports suggest the club have made significant progress in their pursuit of the French midfielder ahead of the new season.
The midfielder currently plays for AS Roma and has earned a place in the France squad for the 2026 World Cup, where he is competing for a starting position alongside several established international stars. His inclusion in the squad reflects the progress he has made in recent seasons and the growing reputation he has built at both club and international level.
France have reached the final of the last two World Cups, winning one of them, and Kone will be hoping to play an important role as his nation seeks further success on the global stage.
Arsenal Make Progress in Pursuit
According to the Metro, Arsenal have already reached an agreement on personal terms with the midfielder, indicating that the player is open to continuing his career at the Emirates.
His performances for Roma have reportedly impressed Arsenal’s recruitment team, with the Gunners identifying him as a player capable of strengthening their midfield options. The club have been monitoring his development closely and view him as a valuable addition to Mikel Arteta’s squad.
The report also claims that Kone is eager to make the move to North London, which has helped facilitate progress in negotiations regarding personal terms.
Roma Face Important Decision
Roma are keen to retain their key players following their return to the Champions League and would prefer to keep Kone as part of their plans for the upcoming campaign.
However, if the midfielder pushes for a transfer, the Italian club may be forced to consider offers, provided they receive a fee that reflects his importance to the squad.
Talks between Arsenal and Roma are expected to take place in the coming weeks as both clubs attempt to reach an agreement over a transfer fee.
While negotiations may still be required before a deal can be completed, Arsenal appear to have taken an important step forward by securing the player’s willingness to join the club, leaving the focus on reaching an arrangement with Roma.
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Not according to Fabrizio Ramano? He says we are not interested.
We dont need Kone. I dont know why Arteta always like dragging Arsenal into making wrong purchases. Ayyoub Bouaddi is the player we need. Himself and Christos Tzolis. Those should be our priorities, while we keep Martinelli, Lewis-Skelly and Nwaneri.
Amos Promise, don’t believe everything that newspapers print.
What if Ayyoub is not attainable.
You know it’s wise to arrange several deals so that if your priority deal falls through you just close your second option. I remember Trossard not being the original or preferred option at the time.
They’ve gotten us this far, it’s time for us to relax and enjoy the ride.
Of course Ayyoub is the best option in the market. He is a midfield Saliba. Can be a like for like substitution for Rice to give him rest next season. MLS, Zubimendi and Merino cannot do what Rice is doing in the midfield. No matter which of them starts it has to be alongside Rice to avoid issues. With Ayyoub, we can rest Rice without much issues. If he proves his worth, you can start them both for the strongest midfield base we can offer against the strongest opposition. I believe the director knows it is the most important signing he has to make this summer. More important than any attacking player you can mention. Without a strong midfield we would lose matches 4:5 like Bayern to PSG. I don’t want to remember our performance in that Carling Cup finals. I believe with that midfield sorted, we can win the league again with the same team with a better injury record this time. With Trossard and Odegard fit, Saka, Eze, Gyokeres firing, they will get some goals. I believe they were second highest scoring side last season. The lack of goals is blown out of proportion due to a period of barren run. They scored 4 against Atletico if I remember correctly.