Real Madrid Confidencial Konaté, much closer to Real Madrid, Liverpool gives the green light
Anfield's team wants to send the center-back an ultimatum with a key decision: contract renewal or sale this very summer
Ibrahima Konaté could be living his final days as a Liverpool player. The English club has made a clear decision: if the French center-back doesn't agree to renew his contract in the coming days, it will put him on the market this very summer.
At Anfield, they believe there are already contacts between the player and Real Madrid. They even suspect that there could be a preliminary agreement. That's why the "red" board wants to avoid him leaving for free on June 30, 2026 (30/06/2026), as recently happened with Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Liverpool covers its back
Arne Slot's team is already moving to strengthen its defense. Negotiations with Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace) and Giovanni Leoni (Parma) are very advanced. Although part of the urgency is due to injuries to Joe Gomez and Rhys Williams, the main concern is Konaté's future.
At this moment, the Frenchman and Van Dijk are the only center-backs available at one hundred percent. That's why Liverpool considers it a priority to solve his situation as soon as possible.
Pressure to renew
The board wants to avoid a new "Alexander-Arnold case," who left the club for a transfer far below his real value. The strategy is clear: offer a final renewal proposal and, if the player doesn't accept, open the door for his departure to secure a multi-million transfer.
According to sources close to the situation, the new contract would include a significant financial improvement and a key role in the team. However, Real Madrid's interest could be decisive for Konaté to reject staying in England.
At Santiago Bernabéu, they are following the situation calmly. Xabi Alonso's team keeps an open spot in the first team, which would make any last-minute signing easier.
In addition, Franco Mastantuono could initially be registered with Castilla, just as Vinicius and Rodrygo did in their day. This way, it wouldn't be necessary to let any player go to sign Konaté.
The outcome could arrive within days. If Konaté doesn't renew, Liverpool will give the green light to his sale. Meanwhile, barring any surprises, Real Madrid has the advantage to secure a center-back who could strengthen its defense for many years.
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