Newcastle and Liverpool in four-way Manu Kone transfer fight as Eddie Howe targets Borussia Monchengladbach starlet
NEWCASTLE and Liverpool are both interested in rising star Manu Kone, but will face competition for his signature from Europe’s elite.
Both Premier League clubs are said to be interested in luring the central midfielder to England.
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He also revealed that it is more likely a deal with be completed for the former Toulouse man in the summer rather than the current January window.
Liverpool have been linked with moves for an array of central midfielder after their unsteady and uncharacteristic first half of the season.
The Reds are reportedly prioritising a deal for England and Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham.
They will face competition to sign the former Birmingham City man too though, as he is also linked with a move to Spanish giants Real Madrid amongst other high profile suitors.
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Newcastle will be looking to bolster their midfield as they try and improve further on their stunning start to the season.
The Magpies are currently flying high in third place in the Premier League after grinding out a 0-0 draw away to league leaders Arsenal.
Eddie Howe’s side have strengthened hugely since the new ownership took over, but will need to add depth if they want to compete in european competition.