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Manchester United miss transfer chance as £86m decision made

Manchester United were linked with a move for Roma star Manu Kone during the summer transfer window

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 4:02 PM
Manchester United miss transfer chance as £86m decision made
Key Things to Know
  • Roma reportedly demand at least €100 million (£86 million) for a permanent transfer of midfielder Manu Kone.
  • Roma previously rejected an offer of around €60 million (£51.6 million) from Chelsea for Kone.
  • Manchester United signed midfielders Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba on permanent deals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Roma have reportedly raised their asking price for midfielder Manu Kone to at least €100 million (£86 million) following interest from Manchester United and Chelsea. The Serie A club previously rejected a bid from Chelsea worth around €60 million (£51.6 million) during the summer transfer window.

Manchester United ultimately strengthened their midfield with permanent deals for Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba. United had also explored signing a new left-back following Tyrell Malacia's departure on a free transfer, leaving Luke Shaw and Patrick Dorgu as the primary options.

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