Two Liverpool footballers celebrate on Real Madrid’s field while, in the background, a screenshot of a social media profile of one of them appears.
Konaté and Arnold with the like | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Konaté's hint to Madrid after Alexander-Arnold's signing, he's a free agent in 2026

The French center-back liked Real Madrid's post where they announced Arnold's signing

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Alex Moreno

Ibrahima Konaté has caught the attention of Madridists. The French center-back from Liverpool has liked the post from Real Madrid announcing the signing of his teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Close-up of a young man with a trimmed beard and a dark jacket, against a blurred background, with a social media interface showing that the post was liked by the account ibrahimakonate.
Arnold's announcement and Konaté's like | Instagram

A simple but significant gesture. The white club has him on their radar and it hasn't gone unnoticed.

Real Madrid, watching his situation

During negotiations with Liverpool for Alexander-Arnold, Konaté's name also came up. The defender is highly regarded by the club's sporting management.

Konaté is under contract until 2026. Liverpool want to renew it, but there's no agreement yet. Real Madrid, meanwhile, are closely watching the situation.

It's not an urgent operation, but it is strategic. If the player doesn't extend his contract with the "reds," the summer of 2025 could be key.

A player smiles and makes the peace sign with both hands while wearing a red jersey with the word
Konaté with Liverpool | Liverpool FC

At Valdebebas, they value his youth, dominant physique, and experience in big matches. In addition, Konaté would be delighted to arrive at Santiago Bernabéu.

That "like" on Alexander-Arnold's post could be a sign.

Madrid aren't in a hurry, but they are interested

The signing of Dean Huijsen has strengthened the white defense. Militao and Rüdiger will also be at 100% next season. Raúl Asencio will renew.

That's why the club doesn't see it as necessary to sign another center-back this summer. But Konaté remains on the radar.

Liverpool, meanwhile, are upset with Alexander-Arnold's departure. They don't want to lose another of their stars to Real Madrid.

They're going to do everything possible to renew Konaté. They'll offer him an improved contract and more years of commitment.

However, if negotiations become complicated, Real Madrid could seize the opportunity.

The white club has already shown with Arnold that they know how to wait and choose the right moment to sign. With Konaté, they could follow the same path.

For now, there are no offers. The relationship with the player exists. That gesture on social media may be just the first step in a story that hasn't ended yet.

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