Liverpool Negotiates Konaté Contract Amid Real Madrid Interest

Liverpool is actively working to secure a new long-term contract with defender Ibrahima Konaté, who is entering the final year of his deal. Despite previous offers being rejected due to salary disagreements, Liverpool has made a lucrative new proposal to retain him and ward off interest from Real Madrid, who are keen to sign Konaté on a free transfer next summer. Liverpool has made clear it is currently unwilling to sell Konaté this summer, even if a €50 million offer is made, aiming to avoid losing him as a free agent like they did with Trent Alexander-Arnold. However, if Konaté declines Liverpool's fresh 'irresistible' offer, the club may consider selling before the transfer window closes, with Real Madrid reportedly offering significantly less than Liverpool's valuation. Real Madrid faces defensive challenges and views Konaté as a key target to strengthen their backline, making the situation a high-stakes negotiation between the clubs and the player. The outcome will significantly impact Liverpool's defensive stability and Real Madrid's transfer strategy for the upcoming season.