Conte’s squad needs boosting in terms of numbers but the Italian manager has made it clear any new signings have to be capable of performing among Europe’s elite.He was there as Monaco brushed past Tottenham in the group and again when Leonardo Jardim’s exciting young side crushed Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund on their way to the semi-finals. Conte, having played in the same role for Juventus and Italy, understands what is required at the top level and recognises the signs when a midfielder is out of his depth.
The more he watched the 22-year-old France international, he liked him.
The fee is yet to be agreed despite a well-documented figure of £35million. That is likely to be the starting point.
Monaco know exactly how to drive a hard bargain for their proven young players, fully aware they will soar in value if go on to succeed at any of the biggest clubs in Europe.Bakayoko has never been prolific in front of goal, although City will not forget the header which knocked them out of the Champions League in the first knock-out round this year and he has the talent to develop this creative threat.
Monaco fans were quick to make the comparison with Yaya Toure when he first arrived from Rennes.
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