According to L’Équipe, Juventus and Napoli are set to compete for the signature of Borussia Mönchengladbach midfielder Manu Koné (22).
Koné had been expected to make a move in the summer transfer window, with Newcastle United rumoured to be interested in the versatile French midfielder. However, a poor end to the season, followed by an injury while on international duty with the France U21 squad in the summer, put pay to chances of a departure.
Kalvin Phillips a Manu Koné alternative?
However, Koné has returned to top form since his return in late September. Juventus have been considering a move for many weeks as they look to compensate for the absence of Paul Pogba. Whilst the Serie A side may have made Koné a contract offer, no offer is yet to be submitted to Borussia Mönchengladbach. The Bundesliga side are asking for €35m for the midfielder, whose contract runs until 2026.
Simultaneously, there are reports that Juventus will step up efforts to sign Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips (28), who would represent a cheaper alternative to Koné. This deal could, therefore, be privileged. However, Juventus aren’t the only interested party. Napoli are also considering a move as they look to invest heavily in January. The reigning Serie A champions have enquired about a move for the France youth international.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
