Manchester United have reportedly secured the signing of Malian talent Sekou Kone from Guidars FC, making him the club’s first African player to be signed in the 2024 summer window. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Red Devils have finalized an agreement to bring Kone, an 18-year-old prospect, into their U18 or U21 squads as part of their ongoing strategy to strengthen their youth ranks.
Manchester United, now under the management of INEOS, have shifted their transfer approach, moving away from impulsive deals and adopting a more calculated strategy. The new leadership has brought stability both within the club and in their transfer dealings, avoiding overpaying for players while focusing on younger talents.
The 2024 summer transfer window has seen, Manchester United’s recruitment emphasize on signing players under the age of 25, aiming to build a squad capable of competing for major honors in the future. Alongside bolstering the first team, the club has also made significant investments in their youth setup, with the signings of promising players like Samuel Lusale and Chido Obi Martin.
Highly regarded in Africa and Mali, Kone is considered a future star for Manchester United. After his arrival from Mali. It remains to be seen if Kone will make the first team from the onset or be initially integrated into the youth squads especially with the club’s midfield currently undergoing changes.
🚨🔴 EXCLUSIVE: Man United agree deal to sign 2006 born Mali international talent Sékou Koné from Guidars FC, here we go!
Koné was on the list of several clubs but United have agreed deal today. 🇲🇱
Considered top talent, he’s part of long term plans similar to Chido Obi Martin. pic.twitter.com/WywZyfyIp7
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 22, 2024
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