The latest Liverpool news sees the Reds target a replacement for Ibrahima Konate while one star winger is very much in the club's sights
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 15: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Ibrahima Konate of Liverpool acknowledges the fans as he warms up prior to the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Liverpool at Villa Park on May 15, 2026 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
Konate is set to leave the Reds this summer(Image: Liverpool FC, Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
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Liverpool have been shaken by the revelation that Ibrahima Konate is poised to depart the club this summer following the breakdown of contract negotiations. The French centre-half has been an integral component of Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot's defence, contributing to multiple trophies during his spell at Anfield, but will now exit on a free transfer.
The post-season has barely begun and those Liverpool supporters anticipating a calm period leading up to the World Cup have been dealt a harsh reality check.
The future of Arne Slot remains a daily discussion point, as does the matter of how the club will fill the void left by legends such as Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. The Konate development has struck like a devastating blow, compounding the Reds' extensive summer agenda.
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The latest reports suggest Liverpool are already exploring options to succeed Konate. Meanwhile, the Reds are aiming to steal a march on numerous elite European clubs by making a substantial move for a young sensation.
Konate replacement eyed
Liverpool are reportedly shifting their focus towards Juventus' Gleison Bremer as a potential replacement for Konate. According to Calciomercato, the Brazilian defender has caught the eye of Liverpool's sporting director, Richard Hughes.
The Brazilian has established himself as one of Italy's most imposing defenders since arriving from Torino in July 2022. It's been suggested that the 29-year-old has been made available for approximately £34.5m.
Gleison Bremer of Juventus
Gleison Bremer is a reported target for Liverpool(Image: Marco Canoniero/Getty Images)
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If Liverpool are searching for a player with impressive aerial prowess and a knack for finding the net, then Bremer could fit the bill. The centre-back netted four times this season and has accumulated 12 goals in total since his move to Juventus.
Konate will prove difficult to replace, though. The 27-year-old will leave Anfield following 183 appearances, during which he lifted the Premier League title, the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup.
Liverpool going 'all out' for Diomande
Liverpool are reportedly keen to secure RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande this summer. The 19-year-old Ivory Coast international has been on the Reds' watchlist for quite some time and they are believed to be pursuing his signature following Salah's departure from Anfield.
Yet the German club are understood to be holding out for approximately £87m. This week, the Ivory Coast international acknowledged he's conscious of the attention from Liverpool and other top-tier clubs throughout Europe.
Yan Diomande celebrates
Yan Diomande is said to be wanted by Liverpool(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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"Yeah, I heard. But I don't know if it's going to be okay for everyone to pay that," he said, referring to his apparent high asking price. "I'm not going to say Paris, Liverpool or Real [Madrid]. But it would be a good idea to play for big clubs. Everyone has ambitions and every day you want to go higher."
Sky Deutschland reports Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain are amongst those vying to sign Diomande. Nevertheless, the report suggests the Reds are 'going all out' to bring the forward to Anfield and wish to complete the deal before the World Cup kicks off on June 11.
This leaves Liverpool with precious little time to thrash out an agreement. A further complication is Leipzig's determination to hold on to Diomande and tie him down to a new deal beyond 2030.