Manchester United in transfer battle with Liverpool for Serie A star

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14 July 2026

Manchester United and Liverpool are competing for the signature of

Roma

star Manu Kone.

The 25-year-old has caught the attention of the two English giants after starting four matches for France at the World Cup 2026.

According to

Corriere dello Sport

have slapped a £51m price tag on Kone after his excellent displays at the World Cup.

United made a slow start to the

summer transfer window

, but they have picked up speed in the last few days.

They have completed the £48 million signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea

, and are also close to landing Aston Villa ace Youri Tielemans.

The Red Devils are still looking to add a third midfielder, with Kobbie Mainoo their only senior option left after Casemiro’s departure and Manuel Ugarte’s long-term injury.

They are exploring a move for Kone, who is in his prime and has proven himself at the top level of football.

The physically imposing midfielder started 28 Serie A games last season, helping

secure Champions League football after a seven-year gap.

United face competition from Liverpool, who are also keen on the Frenchman.

The Reds completed the pre-agreed signing of defender Jeremy Jacquet before beating Newcastle United to the signing of forward Victor Munoz.

They are also looking to bolster their midfield and believe Kone to be a good fit.

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