Sekou Kone medical set for next week as Manchester United win race for promising defensive midfielder

Manchester United are on the verge of signing a teenage defensive midfielder.

On Thursday evening, transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano revealed that Manchester United had agreed to sign Sekou Kone from Guidars FC.

The 18-year-old Mali-born starlet had been attracting interest from multiple clubs this summer and it is understood that United have beaten RB Salzburg, Crystal Palace and Everton to his signature.

In a new update, Romano claims the deal is 100% done, with documents set to be signed once Kone completes his medical next week.

🚨🔴 More on exclusive news on Sékou Koné to join Manchester United.

Deal 100% agreed and done, documents will be signed after medical next week.

£1m transfer fee plus several add-ons based on performances.

2006 born Mali international talent considered as smart investment. pic.twitter.com/1Op2E6iFRa

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 23, 2024

Kone is considered a top talent for the future and is expected to feature initially in the youth teams. It is rumoured United will pay a fixed fee in the region of £1m for the prospect, with add-ons included.

The deal should be made official by early next week.

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