Ibrahima Konate in advanced talks with Real Madrid for free transfer
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- France defender Ibrahima Konate is reportedly in advanced talks with Real Madrid over a free transfer move from Liverpool when his contract expires in June.
- The 27-year-old previously failed to agree terms on an extension with Liverpool.
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Why It Matters
France defender Ibrahima Konate is nearing the end of his contract with Liverpool. He previously failed to agree on terms for an extension due to disagreements over his value and wages.
France defender Ibrahima Konate is in advanced talks with Real Madrid about joining the La Liga club on a free transfer.
As reported by the Daily Telegraph, external, Konate is close to agreeing terms over a move to the Bernabeu when his contract at Liverpool expires at the end of June.
Liverpool announced on Sunday that Konate would leave the club at the end of his current deal.
The 27-year-old had previously been in discussions to extend his stay on Merseyside but those talks came to an end amid a gap between the centre-half and the club over his value and wages.
Konate made 183 appearances for Liverpool in all competitions and won the Premier League, FA Cup, and two League Cups.
He originally joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2021 for £35m.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Ibrahima Konate will sign for Real Madrid on a free transfer.
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- Will the transfer to Real Madrid be officially confirmed?
- What are the specific financial terms of the proposed contract with Real Madrid?
- What are the reasons behind the significant gap in valuation and wages between Konate and Liverpool?
