Manchester United are building a squad capable of competing in the Premier League and in Europe
Manchester United are closing in on Manu Kone after reportedly agreeing personal terms with the Roma star.
Michael Carrick is putting together a team that is ready to compete on multiple fronts with added strength in depth. Brighton’s Carlos Baleba also back on the radar and the 22-year-old’s camp has opened the door to a summer move.
United have signed three players so far; Karl Darlow, Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. But Carrick isn’t slowing down just yet as he looks ahead to an exciting debut season as permanent boss.
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Here, Manchester Evening News has looked at some of the major headlines emerging from Old Trafford.
Manu Kone terms agreed
Kone has reportedly said yes to United. Corriere dello Sport claims that personal terms have been agreed with the midfielder and a fee is still to be finalised.
It is said that the clubs are in contact with a bid of around £42.7million (€50m) set to be tabled. Real Madrid pulled out of the running for the France international after their £34.1m (€40m) offer was turned down.
Chelsea and Al-Ahli are also in the frame for Kone, with his asking price potentially escalating to £51.2m (€60m) if a bidding battle develops.
Premier League target keen on United move
Baleba’s representatives have reportedly reached out to United once more to explore a transfer. Fabrizio Romano claims that the 22-year-old’s camp have got in touch with the midfielder keen to join up with Carrick.
The Brighton midfielder was angling for a switch last summer and views United as his dream move. The Seagulls were demanding £100m for his signature, which halted any deal taking place.
However, Baleba’s asking price has dropped to approximately £70m and this could present another opportunity for United to sign him.
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