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Questionable to UEL tilt Kone is a late call for Thursday's match versus Bologna because of muscle fatigue, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Kate is nursing some discomfort and will at most make the bench, should he be in good enough shape, but he might be spared altogether, even if available. Neil El Aynaoui, Niccolo Pisilli and Bryan Cristante will shoulder the midfield.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Assist Sunday Kone assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Kone has found an assist in his second game back from injury, with the midfielder finding Donyell Malen in the 65th minute. This is Kone's second assist of the season, bringing him to four goal contributions on the season. He should continue in his starting role now that he is back from the injury and quickly back on track.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Cremonese match Kone created two scoring chances and had three off-target shots, two tackles (zero won) and one clearance in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Cremonese.

Impact Kone saw a full complement of minutes in his return and had a well-rounded display, recording his second-highest number of shots in the season. He has had at least one key pass in seven displays on the trot, amassing eight chances created and adding nine attempts (three on target) and 12 tackles (seven won) over that span.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Finds starting XI Kone (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Cremonese.

Impact Kone has made his return Sunday and is wasting no time seeing the field, with the midfielder starting immediately. He is finally fit after close to a month out and should resume an everyday role, only missing the start three times all season ahead of his injury.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Cremonese Kone (thigh) has been training regularly since the start of the week without any hiccups and will be available Sunday, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Kone might reprise starting immediately over Niccolo Pisilli and Neil El Aynaoui since he had multiple days to ramp up after sitting out four fixtures. He's been a staple throughout the season and has created exactly one chance in his last six outings, adding one goal, six shots (three on target) and 10 tackles (seven won). Additionally, he has registered one or more interceptions in his last three displays, racking up five.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out multiple games Kone has been diagnosed with a grade two right thigh strain and will be sidelined for at least a month, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Kone won't be available in February, skipping a few tilts in Serie A and the UEFA Europa League. Neil El Aynaoui and Niccolo Pisilli will step in unless Roma decide to sign another midfielder down the stretch in the January window.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt in Milan contest Kone recorded one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in 59 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Roma before subbing off due to a right flexor injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Kone went down in a heap early in the second half and walked off the pitch very gingerly while in visible pain. He's poised for tests. Neil El Aynaoui, who just returned from AFCON, and Niccolo Pisilli are the next midfielders up in the depth chart.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks through with goal Manu Kone scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 22nd...

Impact Kone broke a stalemate in this game and opened things up for Roma, which doubled its lead shortly after the midfielder's goal. Kone has a good opportunity to score again when he faces Torino on Sunday, as the team has allowed 32 goals in Serie A play this season.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

First-half blitz sends Roma into top four of Serie A with 3-1 win over Genoa

Roma has closed the gap on Serie A's leading pack with a 3-1 win over Genoa

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Wins three tackles versus Juventus Kone had one shot (zero on goal), one interception and five tackles (three won) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Kone wasn't productive in the final third but was gritty in the midfield and posted a new season high in tackles. He has logged multiple ones in his last four showings, accumulating 12 (seven won) and adding three key passes, four interceptions and two clearances over that span.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Como Kone recorded three tackles (one won), two key passes and one interception in Monday's 1-0 victory over Como.

Impact Kone put up small numbers on both ends, as his impact is more noticeable on the pitch than for fantasy purposes. He has recorded one or more tackles in his last three appearances, assigning seven (four won) and logging three chances created, three interceptions and two clearances in that stretch.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Workmanlike in Napoli clash Kone (ankle) had one key pass, two tackles (both won) and one clearance in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Kone managed to play the whole game despite getting dinged up midweek, but he wasn't his best self in a challenging match-up, although he rarely put up big numbers despite being a big presence in the midfield. He has assisted once and added four shots (one on target), three chances created and six tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Napoli Kone (ankle) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Napoli.

Impact Kone is back with his team and immediately back in his starting role, missing no time after his early exit last match. He should maintain the starting role moving forward, starting in all but two games this campaign.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for Napoli clash Kone (ankle) has been inserted in Roma's squad list to face Napoli on Sunday.

Impact Kone was able to practice on the eve of the game and will try to give it a go from the start. Neil El Aynaoui (knee) is in the same spot, and whoever is in better shape will get the nod. Kone has started in every Serie A game so far and has registered one assist, four shots (one on target), three chances created and six tackles (four won) in his last five showings.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids structural damage Kone (ankle) didn't train Thursday and underwent tests, which confirmed a sprain and ruled out ligament-related issues, ReteSport informed.

Impact Kone is day-to-day, as his injury isn't too severe, and his availability for Sunday's game against Napoli will depend on how much he manages to do in practice beforehand. Neil El Aynaoui (knee) is also banged up, so Roma might have to lean on their deeper reserves at the position.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early in UEL Kone left Thursday's match against Midtjylland after half an hour due to an ankle injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Kone tweaked his ankle on a tackle and will face an uphill climb to be ready for Sunday's home game versus Napoli. Bryan Cristante and Neil El Aynaoui would patrol the midfield if Kone were unfit to start or absent.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opener on Sunday Kone assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Cremonese.

Impact Kone set up the opener for Matias Soule in the 17th minute. Kone recorded 41 passes and also made two interceptions and a clearance. He has started all 12 games this campaign and this was his first goal contribution.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impactful versus Inter Kone drew four fouls and had one shot (zero on goal), two clearances and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Kone didn't pick up stats in many categories but set a new season high in chances created. He has the ability to put numbers across the board, but his production isn't very consistent. He has notched six shots (zero on target), seven tackles (four won), three interceptions and one cross (zero accurate) in the last five contests, drawing 13 fouls.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Draws five fouls in Verona tilt Kone had one shot (zero on goal), four tackles (one won), one clearance and five fouls in Sunday's 2-0 win over Verona.

Impact Kone was dominant in the midfield as usual, but was more productive in the ancillary stats than in the key ones. He tallied a new season high in tackles. He has posted three shots (zero on target), two key passes, eight tackles (four won) and five interceptions in the last five contests. He's searching for his first goal contribution.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Homegrown Pellegrini scores derby winner after being stripped of Roma's captaincy

Stripped of the captaincy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Makes two tackles Kone created a chance, made an interception and two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Pisa.

Impact Kone was a part of the Roma midfield that dominated possession during Saturday's match. Kone is not known for his offensive prowess, but should be a key cog in the heart of the pitch throughout the season.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dominates midfield Manu Kone had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win over Torino.

Impact Kone ran the middle of the park for Roma in their 2-0 defeat over Torino on Sunday. In 90 minutes played, the 24 year old completed the most dribbles in the match with four, won the most duels in the match with seven, created one chance, and won his only tackle. Though he registered just three goal contributions in 31 starts this year, Kone was a key factor in helping Roma secure fifth place in the table.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Kone completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 1-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Kone will return to the XI against Porto and likely Parma after seeing his streak of consecutive starts come to an end. Lucas Gourna-Douath will be his main deputy after the January window. He has notched five tackles (four won), five interceptions, six clearances and two chances created in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Venezia game Kone had one tackle (one won) and one off-target show, drew one foul and was cautioned for the fifth time this season in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Napoli.

Impact Kone left earlier than usual as he got dinged up in a tackle but will have time to recover as he'll miss Sunday's away game against Venezia due to yellow-card accumulation. Bryan Cristante, Leandro Paredes and Niccolo Pisilli will pick up the slack in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on opening goal Kone assisted on Roma's first goal in a 2-2 draw Sunday against Bologna.

Impact Outside of his assist, Kone didn't get involved much in this contest. He's struggled to create chances over the last five matches but Roma will need him to help break through a Genoa side which has served up just one goal over its last three matches.

JANUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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