Real Madrid Confidencial Real Madrid already has Konaté's signing sealed, the details of the deal
They have made moves and Los Merengues would have everything secured with the French center-back
Real Madrid has set its sights on Konaté as the major reinforcement they want for defense. After Huijsen's arrival, they are still looking for another center-back to secure the position. With Saliba's contract renewal with Arsenal approaching, they prefer to focus on the Liverpool player.
Konaté has not renewed his contract for now and Real Madrid has decided on its roadmap for his signing. According to Defensa Central, they are certain that he is the one who must arrive for the center of the defense. If he leaves as a free agent, he will be the first signing they make next summer, in 2026.
In recent days, some reports have emerged about his intention to renew with Liverpool. He would like to stay at Anfield and talks between the player and the club would continue. Although other sources indicated that he had already communicated his intention to leave for Real Madrid.
Therefore, a summer full of uncertainty is expected if the announcement of his contract renewal doesn't arrive. Something similar will happen at the start of the season, until January 1, when he will be able to negotiate with Los Merengues. That is where the plan established from Valdebebas would come into play.
Real Madrid has a clear plan to go after Konaté
Rüdiger, Alaba, Trent, or Mbappé, Real Madrid has specialized in this type of signing. Footballers whose contracts expire and who arrive as free agents without the need to pay a transfer fee. With Konaté, Defensa Central has confirmed that there is a verbal agreement, but nothing signed.
They are going to be patient and wait until January 1, 2026 before taking the first step. From that date, they will contact Konaté to present him with an offer for his signing. If it is attractive enough, it will serve to convince the French center-back to join.
Therefore, Real Madrid is going to be patient during the remainder of 2025 regarding Konaté's situation. They know that everything depends on him not renewing his contract with Liverpool. They are certain that if that happens, he is the chosen center-back to arrive next summer.
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