Enrique Sanz Real Madrid contact: Konaté, Florentino's request to Liverpool's center-back
The President has asked him to remain firm in his decision not to renew so he can arrive at Bernabéu as a free agent in 2026
Real Madrid has already chosen its next defensive target. It's Ibrahima Konaté, current Liverpool center-back. The white club has taken the first steps to secure his signing in the medium term.
According to information obtained by Defensa Central, Florentino Pérez has already contacted the player's entourage. The message was clear: don't renew with Liverpool.
Konaté plan: January 2026
The plan is set. At Real Madrid, there's an internal agreement to sign him starting in January 2026. For now, they've asked the player to hold off on signing a contract extension.
This strategy has already worked in the past. They did it with Alaba or Rüdiger. Later, with Mbappé or Trent Alexander-Arnold, now they're repeating it with Konaté, whose contract ends in June 2026.
Xabi Alonso is also aware. The coach has already given the green light to the operation. He believes Konaté fits perfectly into the project he wants to build.
Contract renewal frozen at Liverpool
There's growing concern at Anfield. Konaté hasn't accepted the club's contract renewal offers. Talks are completely stalled.
The French center-back isn't convinced by the financial or sporting terms. In England, there's fear that the Alexander-Arnold case could repeat itself, another player who joined Bernabéu this summer on a free transfer.
Konaté is 26 years old (26 años). He's fast, powerful, and has international experience. At Madrid, they believe he can become one of the defensive leaders of the future.
Strategic move at zero cost
The idea is clear. If the player keeps his stance, Real Madrid will be able to sign him without paying a transfer fee. Starting in January 2026, he'll be free to negotiate. The white club will wait for him.
Florentino doesn't want mistakes. In the offices, they're already working ahead of time to strengthen a backline that has suffered from injuries in recent years. Konaté would be a key piece to take a new leap forward.
Everything now depends on the player himself. At Madrid, they're confident. If he holds out, his destination will be Santiago Bernabéu.
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