Inter Milan Shift Transfer Focus from Lookman to Roma’s Kone

It was reported that Inter Milan may change the focus of their transfer from Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman to Roma midfielder Manu Koné. 

According to Sky Sport Italia, citing FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri are now waiting for a green light from owners Oaktree Capital before making a move.

The 24-year-old France international emerged as a surprise candidate for Inter’s midfield rebuild. 

The club views him as an ideal fit for the holding role, particularly in a double-pivot system—something that current options like Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Hakan Çalhanoğlu are less naturally suited to. 

Roma, for their part, are reportedly open to listening to offers for the player, which has prompted Inter to sense a potential opportunity.

This change in direction comes after frustration in negotiations for Lookman. 

Inter had identified the Nigerian international as a priority attacking reinforcement this summer, but their bid was turned down by Atalanta. 

With talks stalling, the club has opted to reallocate those funds toward strengthening the midfield instead.

Lookman’s situation has been one of the more high-profile stories of the Italian transfer window.