Real Madrid Plans Player-Cash Bid for Liverpool Konate

Real Madrid is actively pursuing Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate this summer, aiming to accelerate a deal due to uncertainty in their defense. Reports suggest Madrid is willing to offer Liverpool Brahim Diaz plus €10 million to secure Konate, whom Liverpool values highly and considers a key player. Despite Konate entering the final year of his contract and interest from Madrid, Liverpool remains firm on extending his contract and is not currently interested in selling him, aiming to avoid losing him on a free transfer as they did with Trent Alexander-Arnold. Konate himself has expressed commitment to Liverpool, showing no indication of wanting to leave. Liverpool has informed Madrid of their asking price for Konate, reportedly around €46.4 million, and is aware of his contract demands, which may include a significant wage increase. The situation remains dynamic, with Liverpool determined not to let Konate depart cheaply while Madrid continues to seek a deal.