Al-Hilal in direct contact with Roma for Manchester United target Kone | OneFootball

Roma have no shortage of suitors for midfielder Manu Kone, as Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal are reportedly in direct contact with the Giallorossi over a potential deal for the France international, who is also of interest to Manchester United.

Al-Hilal could rival Manchester United for Roma’s Kone

Kone impressed with his performances for the France national team during the 2026 World Cup in North America, which came after a solid 2025-26 campaign with Roma, resulting in Champions League qualification at the end of the term.

Recent reports claim that Manchester United have held formal discussions with Roma over a possible deal for Kone, who is said to be valued in the region of €60m. Reigning Premier League champions Arsenal have also been rumoured to be interested, as are LaLiga heavyweights Atletico Madrid.

SASSUOLO, ITALY – OCTOBER 26: Manu Kone of AS Roma celebrates victory after the Serie A match between US Sassuolo Calcio and AS Roma at Mapei Stadium Citta del Tricolore on October 26, 2025 in Sassuolo, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

However, according to the latest updates from Sky Sport in Switzerland, Simone Inzaghi’s Al-Hilal have also stepped forwards with an approach to Roma. The Saudi side are said to be in direct contact with the Giallorossi to enquire about the midfielder’s current situation.

Sky claims that Kone’s preference would be to a Premier League move, but that he has not closed the door to a new chapter in either LaLiga or the Saudi Pro League.