Carlos Corberán will have Samuel Koné as long as the Olympique de Marseille finds a replacement within the next 48 hours, which is by Monday night. The Mestalla Club has been exploring its options after facing several setbacks in the last week, but the 22-year-old seems to think that leaving for more playing time is the best choice, and the interest from the Mestalla club has been significant enough to make Spain his preferred destination.
Currently, there is a condition that needs to be met for this transfer to happen. Marseille needs to find a replacement to fill the position that would be left empty by Koné’s departure. This is a crucial condition for the operation to be successful. Given the unpredictable nature of the winter market, where deals can collapse or take a drastic turn, patience is necessary.
Corberán is looking for a midfielder who can do almost everything. He wants someone who can bring strength, physical freshness, and mental toughness, as well as offensive capabilities. Samuel Koné, who plays for the Canada selection, was one of the options he considered, and his skills align with what Corberán is looking for in a player.