Liverpool to battle with Manchester United for Ligue 1 star

Manchester United are set to go head-to-head with Liverpool to battle for another promising talent from France.

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Manchester United’s rebuild under INEOS continues to take shape over the short and long-term.

There appears to be a clear focus on securing some of Europe’s brightest young talents as part of a long-term strategy.

Names like Diego Leon, Leny Yoro, Ayden Heaven and Chido Obi-Martin have already been signed under INEOS.

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Thus, signaling a shift away from big-name, high-wage signings that have failed to deliver consistent success in recent years.

This approach also helps ease the club’s compliance with PSR regulations.

Buying younger, less expensive players offers more flexibility in the financial books while still investing in potential future stars.

Ligue 1 star Amadou Kone wanted by Liverpool and Manchester United

The latest name to emerge is Amadou Kone.

Source have told Football Insider that both Manchester United and Liverpool are now tracking the 19-year-old Stade de Reims midfielder ahead of the summer transfer window.

Kone, who has impressed in Ligue 1 this season, is valued at around £20million.

He has drawn comparisons to Brighton’s Carlos Baleba for his dynamic, all-action style of play.

The Ivory Coast Under-23 international has the second-highest percentage of duels won among under-21 players across Europe this season.

Illustrating his physicality and effectiveness in midfield.

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He has featured 24 times in all competitions for Reims, starting 16 matches as the French club fight to avoid relegation.

Kone only made his senior breakthrough last season but has already established himself as a key figure.

He is under contract until 2028 after joining the club nearly two years ago.

A left-footed, ball-winning midfielder with a growing reputation, Kone’s profile fits the exact blueprint United are now prioritising under their new sporting direction.

However, with Liverpool also in the mix, the Premier League giants could be set for a transfer tug-of-war this summer.

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