Fabrizio Romano announces the percentage: what options does Real Madrid have with Konaté

Ibrahima Konaté's name is very present in Madridist circles. The French center-back has positioned himself as one of the main options to strengthen Xabi Alonso's team's defense. His contract with Liverpool ends in 2026 and Fabrizio Romano has revealed the percentage chance that he'll leave the Reds this summer.

The journalist, an expert in transfer windows, was quite clear or, rather, exact. "My percentage for Ibrahima Konaté joining Real Madrid this summer is 15%," he said on DAZN. He also commented that the club's interest is real, but more with a view to next year.

Florentino Pérez would be considering acquiring the French defender on a free transfer, that is, as a free agent. This would be the same formula he already used to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold. At Anfield, they hope this doesn't happen and they may be forced to sell him in a few weeks.

All of this is because talks with the defender are at a standstill. Negotiations for him to get a new contract aren't progressing and in England, they fear the worst. At Valdebebas, they are following the situation and are keeping a close watch.

The player does his part

Konaté would be delighted with the idea of joining Bernabéu and this is what gives hope at the white house for this possible deal. The Frenchman doesn't dislike the idea of starting a new chapter and defending the Merengue jersey. As of today, July 22, it's an option that's on the table.

As our colleagues at Defensa Central, a sister website, have been able to confirm, Real Madrid is still intent on rejuvenating the back line and Huijsen has been the first step.

Therefore, it remains to be seen what will ultimately happen. The only thing that's certain is that for arrivals to take place, there must first be some departures, simply due to the permitted squad spots. Two who are likely to leave the white house are Rodrygo Goes and Dani Ceballos.