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Liverpool Edge Closer to New Ibrahima Konaté Deal

Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool)
October 2025

Liverpool are close to securing Ibrahima Konaté to a new contract despite links to Real Madrid on a free. The 26-year-old defender, eligible to negotiate with foreign clubs in January, appears committed to staying at Anfield under Arne Slot’s leadership.
L’Équipe reports discussions are advancing though some terms remain unresolved. Konaté’s willingness to stay reflects faith in Slot’s project. With his current deal set to expire in 2026, Liverpool are eager to avoid losing a key defender for nothing.

Liverpool Reopen Contract Talks with Jota, Konaté, and Díaz After Securing Salah and Van Dijk

Diogo Jota, Ibrahima Konaté, Luis Díaz (Liverpool)
April 2025

Liverpool are resuming talks with Jota, Díaz, and Konaté to extend their contracts after locking in deals with key veterans Salah and Van Dijk.
Talks had broken down earlier. Konaté’s case is urgent, with PSG interested and his deal expiring next summer.

Real Madrid Eye Konaté or Saliba to Bolster Defence

Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool), William Saliba (Arsenal)
April 2025

Real Madrid are prioritizing the signing of a centre-back this summer and are monitoring Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté and Arsenal’s William Saliba, per Marca. Both players’ contract situations could open the door to negotiations.
Konaté, 25, is a target if he doesn’t extend at Anfield, while Saliba, 24, remains a long-standing interest. Madrid are looking to add depth and youth to their defense, potentially capitalizing on expiring or unsettled contracts.

Real Madrid Eye Konaté or Saliba for Defensive Reinforcement

Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool) William Saliba (Arsenal)
April 2025

Real Madrid are prioritizing a new centre-back this summer and monitoring Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté and Arsenal’s William Saliba as potential signings, depending on their contract situations.
Konaté could become available if he doesn’t renew at Liverpool, while Saliba remains a long-term target. Madrid aim to bolster their backline by seizing opportunities in the market tied to expiring or stalling contracts.

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