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Man Utd and Arsenal battle for Kone in Tuesday’s gossip

Manchester United and Arsenal are linked with Manu Kone, while West Ham have rejected another Roma bid for Crysencio Summerville and Aston Villa are considering a move for the winger.

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Manchester United and Arsenal are among the clubs linked with moves for France midfielder Manu Kone, while Nico Williams could be heading to the Premier League champions and West Ham have rejected another bid for Crysencio Summerville. The latest transfer gossip also includes interest in Issa Diop, Franculino Dju, Konstantinos Karetsas and Ferran Torres.

Who is leading the race for Manu Kone?

Manchester United lead the chase for Roma and France midfielder Manu Kone, 25, but face competition for his signature from Arsenal. L'Equipe, reporting in French, says both Premier League clubs are watching the situation closely as the transfer battle develops.

Why are Arsenal looking at Nico Williams again?

The Gunners have also revived their interest in Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, who was part of Spain's World Cup-winning squad. Teamtalk reports that the 23-year-old is believed to have a £77m release clause.

What is happening with Crysencio Summerville?

West Ham have rejected a second offer from Roma for Dutch forward Crysencio Summerville. Sky Sports Italia, reporting in Italian, says the Serie A club's first bid was 46m euros (£39m) and that Roma are now working on a final proposal for the 24-year-old.

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Aston Villa are also weighing up a move for Summerville as they look to replace 23-year-old England attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers, who is set to join Chelsea. Talksport says Villa are considering whether to enter the race for the West Ham player.

What is Barcelona’s plan for Ferran Torres?

Barcelona have set up a meeting with 26-year-old forward Ferran Torres to find out what his plans are with one year left on his contract and interest from Paris St-Germain. Mundo Deportivo, reporting in Spanish, says the Spain international's future is under discussion.

Has Ipswich Town agreed a deal for Issa Diop?

Ipswich Town have agreed a deal to sign 29-year-old Morocco centre-back Issa Diop from Fulham for about 10m euros (£8.5m). Foot Mercato, reporting in French, says the move has been finalised in principle.

Which Premier League clubs are following Franculino Dju?

Newcastle and Leeds are among the Premier League clubs weighing up a move for FC Midtjylland striker Franculino Dju, 22. Teamtalk reports that the Danish club want more than £21m for the Guinea-Bissau international.

What is AC Milan considering with Konstantinos Karetsas?

AC Milan have identified young Genk winger Konstantinos Karetsas, 18, as their next summer transfer target. Gazzetta, reporting in Italian, adds that the club may have to sell Portugal forward Rafael Leao, 27, to fund the move.

Key Facts

  • Manchester United and Arsenal are both linked with Roma midfielder Manu Kone, 25.
  • Nico Williams, 23, has a reported £77m release clause.
  • West Ham rejected a second Roma bid for Crysencio Summerville, 24.
  • Ipswich Town have agreed a deal for Fulham defender Issa Diop for about 10m euros (£8.5m).
  • Newcastle and Leeds are among the clubs interested in Franculino Dju, with Midtjylland seeking more than £21m.

This article was sourced from bbc

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