Spanish giants Real Madrid have reportedly been told that Ibrahima Konate won’t be making the switch to the Bernabeu this summer.
No Summer Deal: Madrid Back Off Ibrahima Konate Pursuit
Real Madrid have put the brakes on their interest in **Liverpool**’s Ibrahima Konate, at least for now. Reports claim the club has told manager Xabi Alonso to scrap any plans of bringing the French defender to Spain.
Liverpool’s asking price for their star is around $80 million. That has played a big role in the decision, especially with Konate’s current deal expiring next June.
Los Blancos have a track record of picking up top talent for free. It has been seen with past signings like Mbappe, Rudiger, and Alaba. The plan now is to possibly make the move in 2026, when Konate could be available as a free agent.
The Reds have offered him a new contract, but he hasn’t made his intentions clear. And with him reportedly seeking higher wages, a move elsewhere can’t be ruled out in the long run.
Future Still Open: PSG Lurking, Madrid Eyeing 2026
While Madrid is backing off for now, that doesn’t mean Konate is short of suitors. Paris Saint-Germain is also keeping tabs on his movements. With Madrid also set to lose veterans like Rudiger and Alaba next year, they’ll need a long-term defensive fix. And the Frenchman remains high on their radar.
The 25-year-old defender is still on the same £80,000-a-week deal he signed in 2021. He is reportedly seeking a considerable increase in pay for committing his future to Anfield. If Reds can’t match his demands, the door may open wider for other clubs.
Meanwhile, for the Reds, Jeremie Frimpong is arriving in the UK to finalize a switch from Bayer Leverkusen. While Konate won’t be joining Real Madrid this summer, the transfer saga around him is far from over.
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