Manchester United have reportedly agreed a surprise deal to sign a top African talent who will become the club's fifth signing of the window.
The Red Devils are believed to have struck a deal to bring 18-year-old Malian starlet Sekou Kone to Old Trafford.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the teenager will join the 20-time English champions from Mali-based outfit Guidars FC following the agreement.
Kone is considered a top talent and was being closely monitored by several clubs in Europe, but United have beaten out their rivals to his signature.
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The midfielder will make his move to the club as part of the new minority ownership group's long-term plans, having previously impressed at youth level for Mali.
Born in 2006, Kone has turned out for his country at both the U17 Africa Cup of Nations in 2023 and at the U17 FIFA World Cup last year.
His performances, at the World Cup in particular, gained attention from scouts abroad as Mali finished as the third-place playoff winners following a 3-0 victory over Argentina.
