Ibrahima Konate is expected to leave Liverpool at the end of next month after contract talks failed to reach an agreement. Konate previously said in April that he was close to a deal and suggested a strong chance of staying for next season. He joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2021 and has made 183 appearances, scoring seven goals, while winning four major trophies, including the Premier League title in 2025. Konate is likely to attract interest as a free agent, with Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea linked. Liverpool’s defensive record has been weak in 2025-26, and the departure would worsen depth issues at centre-back.
"Konate told reporters after Liverpool's Merseyside derby win at Everton: "There are many things people have said but for a long time we have spoken with the club and we are close to an agreement. "I think everyone wished for that for as soon as possible but we are in a good way." "For sure, there is a big chance that I'm here next season. This is what I've always wanted.""
"But that chance has now evaporated, with Konate ending a five-year association with the club he joined from RB Leipzig in 2021. Konate has won four major trophies with Liverpool, including the Premier League title in 2025. The France international has made 183 appearances for the Reds, scoring seven goals, and is likely to have plenty of suitors to sign him on a free-agent deal."
"Real Madrid have been heavily linked with a move for Konate in recent times, while Paris Saint-Germain are also now reported to be in the race for his signature, along with Liverpool's Premier League rivals Chelsea. Set to head to the World Cup with France, Konate's future may not be finalised until after that tournament, with Les Bleus among the favourites for the title."
"Even with Konate and Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk at the heart of their backline, the Reds struggled defensively in 2025-26. Only seven teams conceded more goals than the 53 Liverpool shipped this season, Arne Slot's men suffering a significant decline defensively after conceding 41 in 2024-25 en route to winning t"
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