It seems that there is competition for the Ivorian striker Arouna Koné, with both Everton and Newcastle showing interest in securing his services. Currently under contract with Wigan until 2015, Koné has expressed his desire not to play in the lower division with Wigan, who were relegated.
Newcastle, in their pursuit of Koné, is reportedly making moves to initiate discussions. The Ivorian striker has a release clause of £5 million, approximately €6 million. If the negotiations with Koné don’t lead to a transfer, Newcastle has indicated that they might turn their attention to Darren Bent.
The transfer market can be dynamic, and developments may occur rapidly. Fans can follow reputable sports news sources for the latest updates on Arouna Koné’s potential move and other transfer activities involving Newcastle and Everton.
