Roma’s pursuit of French midfielder Manu Koné has hit a snag as Borussia Mönchengladbach rejected their opening offer. The Giallorossi reportedly submitted a bid of around €15 million, which the German club deemed insufficient.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that despite the setback, negotiations are expected to continue as Roma remain keen on securing Koné’s services before the transfer window closes. The player’s agent has been in Rome since yesterday, anticipating developments in the coming hours of this summer’s transfer market.
Koné himself has already reached an agreement with Roma and is pushing for the two clubs to find common ground. This eagerness from the player could potentially help facilitate a deal, but Roma will need to increase their offer to meet Borussia Mönchengladbach’s valuation.
The rejection of Roma’s initial bid confirms earlier reports from Sky Germany. As the transfer deadline approaches, Roma will need to act swiftly if they hope to bring Koné to the Italian capital. The midfielder’s addition could significantly bolster Roma’s squad for the upcoming season, making this a crucial negotiation for the club’s sporting directors.
