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Arsenal are interested in signing AS Roma’s Manu Kone.
The Frenchman has performed very well for the Italian club and could be a great addition for Arsenal. They need more quality players in the middle of the park and the 25-year-old international could be an upgrade to Christian Norgaard.
According to a report from GOAL, Kone has already agreed personal terms with the Premier League champions, but the asking price could be an issue. Roma will demand €50 million for the midfielder. It remains to be seen whether Arsenal are prepared to pay.
There’s no doubt they have the financial power to make a deal, but the asking price is quite high and other areas of the squad need to improve as well.
The Premier League champions will aim to dominate English football next season and also hope to win the UEFA Champions League. They need to improve their quality in the final third. Signing a reliable striker and improving the quality of their side will be a priority for them this summer. Signing a central midfielder would help the club further develop, but it seems unlikely that they will spend €50 million on a signing.
It remains to be seen how the situation will develop. Roma will have to respond rationally to their demands this summer. However, the player is clearly keen on a move and has already agreed personal terms with the London club. It will be interesting to see if he decides to push through with a move in the coming weeks.
Joining a club like Arsenal would be a big step up for him and would allow him to compete at the highest level and fight for big trophies. He is at the peak of his career and it is the perfect time for him to move to the Premier League.
