Manu Kone's future at AS Roma is becoming uncertain Newcastle United's The move may depend on a few key factors.
The Frenchman has become one of the Italian club's best players over the past few seasons. He has become synonymous with his ability to overcome press and move the ball into advanced areas.
This has made him very important to Gian Piero Gasperini, whose system relies on man-marking and players like Kone have a very special role. He has played 35 times in all competitions this season and scored five goals during this period.
sports witness Newcastle United have covered interest in the midfielder, who was chased by Inter Milan last summer.
Details are now emerging about Kone and how Newcastle United could potentially land him.
Roma Director Anarchy
messenger Look at a potential sale from Roma for FFP reasons and they describe Kone as a prime candidate for departure.
He is seen as one of the 'players on display' at the Giallorossi. He is seen as an 'excellent option' whose exit would help Roma from a financial perspective.
Newcastle United, Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan are keen. The Nerazzurri in particular are looking to make a fresh approach and defeat the Magpies. But Roma are in a bit of trouble off the field at the moment.
The future of sporting director Ricky Massara is uncertain, with adviser Claudio Ranieri having left two weeks ago. Massara's replacement has not yet been found and this will determine Kone's sales.
Gasperini is going to hold an important meeting with the ownership regarding this. He knows that the appointment of the director will decide the future of many players including Cone. The Italian would ideally not like to lose the French but financial reasons will weigh on him.
Our opinion: Who will add value to the midfield
Newcastle United themselves could lose at least one midfielder in the summer. Sandro Tonali is popular in many clubs and so is Bruno Guimarães.
Manu Kone's profile makes him suitable for the Premier League, as he can play deep in midfield or as a number eight.
Anything around €45 million could really be a bargain for the France international. Kon is only 24 years old, he has huge European experience, he has also played for France more than ten times. He is a proven midfielder who could truly become one of the best in Europe – if fitness allows.
If everything goes right, this could be one of the best transfers of the summer.
