Ismael Koné of Sassuolo, who is very popular with Milan, will be one of the most talked-about names of the summer. And Fabrizio Romano, in a video on his YouTube channel, provided an interesting detail about the Canadian midfielder.
“It was clear that Ismael Koné had special talent already during his time at Watford, an important midfielder whom Sassuolo managed to sign from Marseille. What I can tell you today, beyond the various interested clubs and the words of Igli Tare, is that there is a lot of interest: Milan, and other teams abroad. Today’s exclusive detail is that I understand there is a €35 million release clause in his contract with Sassuolo. It is valid from the end of the season until the end of July. It’s clear that nowadays very few release clauses are paid all in one instalment: from that point of view, it could also be an opportunity to consider different payment structures. Then be careful, because Koné will be at the World Cup with his Canada, and let’s say that if he performs there as he is doing now with Sassuolo, it’s clear that Sassuolo can invoke the clause and demand the full €35 million. Otherwise, by trying to complete the deal before the World Cup, there may be a chance to see whether Sassuolo are open to negotiating, including player exchanges, and considering different formulas. Situations to monitor in Italy and in England, Milan like him very much. Evaluations will be made; he’s a name to keep an eye on during the summer.”
