Manchester United have engaged in concrete discussions with the representatives of Roma midfielder Manu Kone. The club has not yet moved to formal negotiations with Roma, and no official offer has been submitted.
The delay reflects uncertainty over the preferred defensive midfield option. United appear to be weighing Kone against other candidates before committing to a specific target.
Among the alternatives being monitored are Danilo and Carlos Baleba, both of whom could address the squad’s needs in midfield.
Kone, a 25‑year‑old French international, has been linked with several Premier League clubs and is estimated to command a fee near €50 million.
This summer United have already secured the services of Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, bolstering the midfield core.
Adding a third midfielder at a reasonable price would reinforce the ongoing rebuild and suggest a shift toward more disciplined recruitment after years of high‑cost spending.
