Man Utd takes first step to beat Arsenal to sign World Cup star

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·22 July 2026

Man Utd takes first step to beat Arsenal to sign World Cup star

Manchester United have emerged as Arsenal’s main rivals in the race to sign Manu Kone this summer, with the Red Devils stepping up their pursuit of the AS Roma midfielder.

Arsenal remain keen to strengthen their midfield and have been attempting to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United during this transfer window. However, the Magpies have maintained that their captain is not for sale, making a deal difficult to complete.

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While Arsenal have not abandoned their interest in Guimaraes, they have also been linked with Kone, who has become one of the club’s leading alternative midfield targets.

Manchester United Make First Move

United are also determined to strengthen their midfield options and have intensified their efforts to secure Kone’s signature before Arsenal make a formal approach.

According to the Daily Mail, the Red Devils have already made contact with the midfielder’s representatives as they look to gain an early advantage in the race for his signature.

The report states that United view Kone as one of their priority targets despite already adding at least two midfielders to their squad during the current transfer window.

Arsenal Face Growing Competition

United believe further reinforcements are required in midfield and see Kone as a player capable of improving their squad ahead of the new season.

With Arsenal continuing to monitor the French midfielder, United are eager to move quickly and avoid a prolonged transfer battle.

By opening discussions with Kone’s representatives, the Red Devils hope to put themselves in a stronger position before Arsenal decide whether to accelerate their own interest. The competition for the midfielder is therefore expected to intensify as both Premier League clubs assess their options before the transfer window closes.

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