Manu Kone pays tribute to Claudio Ranieri: 'I'm so proud to have been coached by you.'
Manu Kone was one of the players to pay tribute to Claudio Ranieri following his last game as Roma's head coach.
The French midfielder posted a message dedicated to the fans, Ranieri and Hummels on Instagram after Roma beat Torino 2-0.
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'The last one of the season, disappointed for the Champion League but we gave everything.
Thank you MISTER, I'm so proud to have been trained by you.
And Mats – it was a pleasure to play and learn alongside you.'
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