{"id":25175,"date":"2026-06-16T23:27:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T23:27:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/italy\/25175\/"},"modified":"2026-06-16T23:27:23","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T23:27:23","slug":"roma-transfer-news-arsenal-accelerate-kone-pursuit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/italy\/25175\/","title":{"rendered":"Roma Transfer News: Arsenal Accelerate Kon\u00e9 Pursuit"},"content":{"rendered":"

The coach is aware that a significant departure is necessary, and the Frenchman would bring in a capital gain of \u20ac38 million.<\/p>\n

Manu Kon\u00e9 is facing a crucial period, with his World Cup debut looming and strong Premier League interest putting Roma on edge. The Frenchman is set to make his debut tonight in Group I against Senegal, but rumours of a potential transfer \u2013 already circulating before the end of the American tournament \u2013 are also echoing through the French camp. Arsenal, in fact, have stepped up their pursuit and are reported to have already reached an agreement with the player’s entourage to bring the midfielder to London. This would see him join the English champions and Champions League finalists, a destination Kon\u00e9 would prefer over Atletico Madrid, another club that has made an approach in recent weeks.\u00a0<\/p>\n

THE SOUL\u00c9 FACTOR\u2014 \u00a0<\/p>\n

However, Kon\u00e9 himself will not exert any pressure. He knows he could still play in the Champions League at Roma<\/a> and is currently focused solely on the World Cup, hoping for a call from PSG that would allow him to return and play close to home. The decision now rests entirely with the Giallorossi club, who are weighing up mandatory departures by 30th June, the final deadline for their settlement agreement with UEFA. The Friedkin ownership is keen to avoid any postponement, as delaying would restrict incoming transfers in July and August. In a year marking their Champions League return and the club’s centenary, such a limitation would be regrettable. Therefore, a capital gain is essential. The primary goal is to secure this through the sale of Soul\u00e9, before considering any irresistible offers for Kon\u00e9 after the World Cup, potentially hoping for a bidding war. But time is running out, and so far, only enquiries from Borussia Dortmund and Aston Villa have arrived for the Argentine. Should concrete proposals for Soul\u00e9 not materialise within a week, the likelihood of Kon\u00e9’s early departure would significantly increase.\u00a0<\/p>\n

THE DEMAND\u2014 \u00a0<\/p>\n

The asking price (even for Inter) remains unchanged at \u20ac50 million. Manu’s residual book value for Roma is approximately \u20ac12 million, meaning a capital gain of \u20ac38 million would be secured \u2013 a move that would conclude all discussions with UEFA. But what does Gasp think? The coach would like to keep Kon\u00e9, but is aware that a departure is necessary to sign Greenwood and then trigger a domino effect of incoming transfers in July. Should the Frenchman be sold, the club would then need to re-enter the market for midfielders. The other Kon\u00e9, Ismael, currently at Sassuolo, is also admired, especially given the Neroverdi’s need to raise funds. Among other potential incoming names is Danilo from Botafogo.<\/p>\n

This article was originally written in Italian by La Gazzetta dello Sport editor. The English version has been generated using AI translation tools. If you notice any translation errors or have suggestions, please contact us at iniziativegazzetta@rcs.it<\/a><\/p>\n

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