A player wearing a Real Madrid jersey smiles while an older person points, and in the background, there are two players crossed out with a red X.
Florentino Pérez asks Kylian Mbappé about a reinforcement for the defense. | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
FIRST TEAM

Neither Saliba nor Lukeba, Florentino Has Asked Mbappé About Another Signing for the Defense

Real Madrid continues with the intention of strengthening the defensive line for the next season

by

Sergio Iglesias

The Deal for Trent Alexander-Arnold Is Practically Closed with Real Madrid, but Ibrahima Konaté Could Be Included in the Operation. The French defender, also from Liverpool and with a good relationship with Kylian Mbappé, is the latest idea being considered by the club's management. The addition would serve to strengthen the defense, aiming to avoid issues in case of injuries to any of their players.

Lately, Real Madrid's defense has been one of the most affected areas in the tactical scheme. The absences of David Alaba and Eder Militão forced Carlo Ancelotti to improvise on several occasions. To prevent this from happening again in the next season, the signing of Ibrahima Konaté could be key to strengthening the defense.

Now, taking advantage of Trent Alexander-Arnold leaving Anfield to join Santiago Bernabéu, his teammate could join him on the same journey.

A player in a red Liverpool uniform in action during a match.
Ibrahima Konaté, the player who is liked for Real Madrid's defense. | Real Madrid Confidencial

Ibrahima Konaté, the Reinforcement Real Madrid Is Already Planning 

Ibrahima Konaté's Profile Would Fit Perfectly in Real Madrid's Sporting Plan, but Not So Much in the Economic Aspect. This is because, in this year's summer market, the defender would have only one year left on his contract with Liverpool. His market value is around 50 million euros, but it is rumored that he could leave for a slightly lower figure.

Everything Will Depend on Whether Liverpool Manages to Renew Ibrahima Konaté, Something Richard Hughes (Sporting Director) and Tom Werner (President) Are Already Working On. From the offices of Real Madrid, pressure is being applied for the French defender not to extend his contract and leave Anfield.

A player in a red uniform celebrates on the field during a match.
Florentino Pérez is said to have asked Kylian Mbappé for reviews about Ibrahima Konaté. | Real Madrid Confidencial

However, before any move, José Ángel Sánchez will have to contact Ibrahima Konaté's camp. Real Madrid Will Have to Clarify All the Details and Advance the Operation as Soon as Possible. Several clubs have already inquired about the footballer, including Paris Saint-Germain.

For this reason, the white club is already working on the arrival of Ibrahima Konaté. Additionally, Florentino Pérez and Company Have Already Asked for Reviews from Kylian Mbappé, Camavinga, Tchouaméni, or Mendy, Teammates of the Defender in the French National Team.

➡️ First Team

More posts: