Arsenal have been linked with a move for Manu Kone, a midfielder dubbed France's best by Patrick Vieira. The Gunners are currently 1st in Premier League with 85 points, 7 points clear of Manchester City, and are looking to bolster their midfield this summer.

What makes Kone a top target?

Kone has impressed for France, with 12 caps and a string of solid performances, including a recent match against Norway where he showed his ability to attack, defend, and create.

Why it matters for Arsenal

Mikel Arteta is fond of positionally versatile players, and Kone seems to fit the profile of a modern Arsenal man, having played 250 matches of club football across three leagues.

What comes next?

Reports in Italy suggest Kone has already agreed personal terms with Arsenal, who have also been linked with big-money swoops for Newcastle pair Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes, as well as Lille and Morocco's Ayyoub Bouaddi.

CategoryStat
League standing1st in Premier League, 85 pts, 26W-7D-5L from 38 games
Recent form3W-2D-0L (DDWWW, most recent first), unbeaten in the last 5
Last resultParis Saint Germain 1-1 Arsenal (2026-05-30)