La Liga
Valencia is in the final stretch of the transfer market and is working against the clock to reinforce its squad with the addition of Ismael Koné. The Ivorian midfielder, currently at Olympique de Marseille, has given the green light to his arrival at Mestalla, but his departure from the French club still depends on a key factor: the search for a replacement.
Carlos Corberán, the coach of the team, has been clear since his arrival about the need to strengthen the team, and so far, only Sadiq and Aarons have arrived. The deal for Eljif Elmas fell through at the last moment, leading the Valencia management to intensify their efforts for Koné, who fits the profile the coach is looking for in the midfield.
Agreement with Koné is in place, pending Marseille's approval
Valencia has everything agreed with the player, who would arrive on loan until the end of the season without the option to buy. However, as reported on EstadioDeportivo, Marseille will not let him leave until they secure a replacement. Roberto De Zerbi, the coach of the French team, does not want to weaken his squad and demands an alternative before approving the deal.
Despite his limited playing time in France, Koné still has a strong market, and other clubs like Fiorentina and Rennes have also shown interest. The Valencia management will need to act swiftly in the final hours to secure his signing before the transfer window closes.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Valencia ya sabe la condición del Olympique de Marsella para dejar salir a Koné
