Major interest: Derby County move for Burkina Faso’s Issa Kaboré

Championship club reportedly contacts Manchester City over possible deal for Burkina Faso international

Derby County have reportedly made an approach to Manchester City to explore the possibility of signing Burkina Faso international Issa Kaboré during the summer transfer window.

According to Africafoot, the Championship club has contacted Manchester City to enquire about the conditions of a potential transfer for the 25-year-old right-back, whose future appears to lie away from the Premier League champions.

Kaboré has one year remaining on his contract with Manchester City but is no longer considered part of the club’s long-term plans. Reports suggest City would prefer to sell the defender this summer rather than risk losing him on a free transfer once his current deal expires.

The Burkina Faso international returns to the transfer market after a successful loan spell with Wrexham, where his performances attracted attention from clubs across Europe.

Derby County Enter the Race

Derby County are hoping to take advantage of Kaboré’s contractual situation as they seek to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.

With only a year left on his Manchester City contract, the English club believes there is an opportunity to negotiate a permanent move for the defender.

Kaboré’s experience in English football and his recent displays during his loan spell have made him an attractive target for the Championship side.

However, Derby are unlikely to have a clear path to completing the transfer.

Reports indicate that competition for the defender’s signature is increasing as interest grows from clubs in other European leagues.

Competition Continues to Build

Among the clubs monitoring Kaboré’s situation is French side Stade Rennais.

According to the reports, Rennes has already made enquiries about the defender’s availability, joining a growing list of teams following developments surrounding his future.

Other clubs are also understood to be keeping a close watch on the Burkina Faso international as the transfer window progresses.

That growing interest means Manchester City could have several options when deciding the next step for the player.

Kaboré previously spent time with Olympique de Marseille before continuing his development through loan moves, and he now appears set for another change of club.

Although he remains under contract with Manchester City, reports suggest the Premier League club is prepared to sanction a permanent transfer as he no longer features in its future plans.

His performances at Wrexham have helped keep his profile high, ensuring that interest has continued despite uncertainty over his long-term destination.

For Derby County, the reported enquiry represents an early attempt to secure the services of a defender who has already demonstrated his qualities in English football.

Whether the Championship club can complete a deal remains to be seen, with competition from France and elsewhere expected to shape Kaboré’s next move.