Manchester City in €50m battle with PSG and Spanish pair to sign Moussa Koné

Manchester City, Barcelona, Real Madrid and PSG are monitoring Villarreal's 17-year-old midfielder Moussa Koné, who has a €50m release clause in his contract running until 2029.

Moussa Koné, a 17-year-old midfielder at Villarreal, is attracting interest from several top European clubs including Manchester City, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. The young Spanish prospect has impressed since representing Villarreal's youth sides, making appearances in the UEFA Youth League and earning promotion to their U19 team after signing an improved contract earlier this year.

According to his agent Modibo Sissoko, Koné's current deal with Villarreal runs until 2029 and includes a €50m release clause. Marseille are reportedly showing the strongest interest and have held talks with his agent about a potential move, making them the primary obstacle for the other clubs pursuing him. Sissoko previously confirmed Real Madrid's interest in May, though Koné chose to remain at Villarreal at that time.