Ibrahima Konaté, defender of Liverpool and target of Real Madrid, joked about the interest of the Merengues for his signature.
There are only nine months left at the French international in Liverpool and he can sign with any club for free in January.
This is exactly what the Reds have feared since the start of the summer. Their attempts to prolong Konaté have been in vain so far, and discussions on a new contract have remained silent. Real Madrid identified Konaté as an economic recruit to strengthen its rear guard, David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger being expected at the end of their contracts in 2026. Konaté would also be about to join the Santiago Bernabéu.
Konaté jokes about the interest of Real Madrid
During a recent interview with Telefoot, while he was in selection, Konaté was asked about the potential interest of Real Madrid. “” Yes, Kylian Mbappé calls me every two hours “Said Konaté with a smile, which caused the laughter of journalists, as Diario As reports.
Domino effect on the transfer market
Liverpool already seems to prepare an emergency plan for the departure of Konaté, a sign that persistent rumors in the Spanish capital that he does not intend to extend to Anfield are founded. As was the case with Trent Alexander-Arnold this summer. This would explain Liverpool's interest in Captain of Crystal Palace, Marc Guehi, and his late transfer, who finally failed.
The English international himself arrives at the end of the contract next summer, but Liverpool will now have to ensure that no other giant is interested in Guehi. Barcelona and Bayern Munich would be interested in Guehi, while Real Madrid would also monitor its situation – probably if its transfer for Konaté does not materialize.
