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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Real Madrid Contact Liverpool Over PSG Transfer Target Amid Uncertain Future
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté hasn't yet agreed to a contract extension with the Reds, sparking transfer rumors linking him to PSG and Real Madrid. According to Diario AS, Real Madrid are interested in signing Konaté this summer but only if Liverpool lowers their asking price. The Spanish club is reportedly willing to offer between €20 million and €25 million, while Liverpool want at least €50 million. Real Madrid aren't planning to meet that valuation, especially since Konaté has made it clear he wants to join them. They're happy to wait until 2026, when he could move on a free transfer. Earlier reports from Foot Mercato revealed Konaté has been offered to several top clubs, including Real Madrid, PSG, and Barcelona, potentially paving the way for a move after his contract ends. Real Madrid keen on PSG transfer targetL'Equipe reports that Real Madrid has reached out to Liverpool to see if there's an offer that could convince them to sell Ibrahim Konaté this summer. However, the Reds are still hoping to extend his contract. Recently, TalkSPORT's Alex Crook reports that Konaté has been holding off on signing a new deal with Liverpool due to dissatisfaction with the salary being offered. The report notes that Liverpool have a reputation for being tough negotiators, so if Konaté wants to stay, he may need to scale back his demands. Moreover, Liverpool could be facing the reality of losing Konaté, and Defensa Central reports that Liverpool manager Arne Slot has asked the club to pursue Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi if Konaté joins Real Madrid. Guehi, like Konaté, is under contract until June 2026 and is reportedly not planning to renew. Moreover, the report claims that Guehi would be open to moving to Anfield, and Liverpool would use Konaté's potential sale fee to fund the deal. Real Madrid view Konaté as a key addition to strengthen their defense for the 2025-2026 season.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
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Liverpool Get Bad News as PSG, Real Madrid Target Rejects Two Contract Renewals
PSG are keeping a close eye on Ibrahima Konaté—but they're not alone. Real Madrid are also tracking the Liverpool center-back, and with the summer transfer window approaching, interest in the 26-year-old continues to build. Despite being under contract until 2026, Konaté is attracting attention from several top clubs. With Milan Skriniar expected to leave permanently following his loan at Fenerbahçe, PSG have started looking at defensive reinforcements. While a deal for Konaté isn't imminent, the French champions appear to be laying the groundwork for a potential move. Advertisement This isn't the first time Konaté has been linked with a return to France. Earlier this year, Anfield Watch reported that PSG had already expressed interest. A Paris native who came through Paris FC's academy before making a name for himself at RB Leipzig, Konaté is seen as a long-term solution at the back and a key target for PSG this summer. PSG target rejects latest contract extensionMARCA reports that Konaté has rejected two contract extension offers from Liverpool, with his current deal set to expire next summer. Football Insider recently reported that Liverpool still believes it can convince Ibrahima Konaté to sign a new deal, despite some setbacks. Advertisement According to the outlet, Konaté has already turned down the club's first contract offer, sparking concerns that he could leave as a free agent in 2026, similar to the situation surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnold. Still, Liverpool remain optimistic that an agreement can be reached. The French defender would be able to negotiate with foreign clubs as early as January. Foot Mercato previously reported that Konaté had been offered to several top sides, including Real Madrid, PSG, and Barcelona, as part of early groundwork for a potential 2026 move.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
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Liverpool star wants to follow in Trent Alexander-Arnold's footsteps
Liverpool have already seen Trent Alexander-Arnold move to Real Madrid. Jarell Quansah has also sealed a move to Bayer Leverkusen. Luis Diaz and Harvey Elliott could be leaving the club, as the former wants to hold talks over his future. Darwin Nunez also looks likely to exit, with multiple clubs lurking for his signature. Advertisement In true Liverpool fashion, Arne Slot has already secured big-money moves for his top transfer targets, as Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez are all arriving at Anfield soon. Another player could be on the move, though, and he's aiming to reunite with fellow defender Alexander-Arnold. Which Liverpool defender wants to move to Real Madrid? In the latest transfer roundup from Sky Sport Switzerland reporter, Sacha Tavolieri has reported that Ibrahima Konaté wants to join Real Madrid when he leaves the Merseyside club. 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Konaté has one year left on his contract, but talks over a new contract have stalled. The Frenchman has reportedly turned down Liverpool's extension, but he remains with the club for now. Advertisement Real Madrid are not desperate for a center-back right now, but Xabi Alonso and company could attempt to snag Konaté next summer as he becomes a free agent. Konaté has been a strong force in the Liverpool defense, having joined the club in the 2021/22 Premier League season. Slot is also looking to sign Marc Guehi, which could force Konaté to the bench. The defender is likely to stay with the Merseyside club this season, but he has made it clear that his priority is to join Real Madrid after his time is over at Liverpool. Liverpool news and related links
The Guardian
02-07-2025
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- The Guardian
Jarell Quansah completes £30m move from Liverpool to Bayer Leverkusen
Jarell Quansah has completed his move from Liverpool to Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth up to £35m. The 22-year-old enjoyed an impressive European Under-21 Championship campaign as part of Lee Carsley's triumphant England side but found opportunities limited at club level under Arne Slot last season. The homegrown central defender started four Premier League games, 13 in all competitions, as Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté established a title-winning partnership. Liverpool will receive a guaranteed £30m for Quansah plus £5m in add-ons. The deal is the third between the clubs this summer, following the Premier League champions' acquisition of Jeremie Frimpong and record-signing Florian Wirtz. Despite selling the young defender, who signed a new long-term contract at Anfield only in October, Liverpool consider Quansah a player of rich potential and have negotiated a pre-agreed buy-back clause in the deal with Leverkusen. Sign up to Football Daily Kick off your evenings with the Guardian's take on the world of football after newsletter promotion Liverpool could strengthen their central defensive options for next season with a move for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi. The 24-year-old is a target for the champions but Palace will need to reduce their £65m asking price for a defender who has only a year remaining on his contract for Liverpool to secure his services.
The Guardian
23-06-2025
- Business
- The Guardian
Ibrahima Konaté disappointed with Liverpool contract offer as talks stall
Ibrahima Konaté is stalling on signing a new deal at Liverpool, raising fears at the club that another key player could run down his contract after this summer's departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold. The French defender enters the final year of his deal next month and is understood to have rejected Liverpool's initial offer of an extension. Konaté's contract talks were delayed by Liverpool's focus on negotiating with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk last season, with both signing new two-year deals in April before re-signing the Dutchman's defensive partner became the club's priority. The 26-year-old is understood to be disappointed by the structure of Liverpool's offer, with his representatives believed to be pushing for a higher basic wage after the offer was heavily based on meeting certain performance targets. Failure to agree a new contract with Konaté before the end of the summer would leave Liverpool with a dilemma given the furore over Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid. Although Liverpool eventually banked £10m for Alexander-Arnold because of Madrid's determination to sign him in time to play at the Club World Cup that fee is a fraction of his value. Andy Robertson is also about to enter the final 12 months of his contract, with Liverpool willing to sell him to Atlético Madrid if the left-back wants to leave. The goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher joined Brentford in an £18m deal this month with one year left on his contract. Liverpool plan to revive discussions with Konaté later in the summer but are adamant they will not be forced into overpaying. After a busy start to the transfer window during which Liverpool have done deals worth a combined £145.5m for Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, Arne Slot's central defensive options are the one remaining area of uncertainty. skip past newsletter promotion Sign up to Football Daily Free daily newsletter Kick off your evenings with the Guardian's take on the world of football Enter your email address Sign up Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Privacy Policy . We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. after newsletter promotion Jarell Quansah is on the verge of completing a £35m move to Bayer Leverkusen, and Liverpool are monitoring Marc Guéhi's situation at Crystal Palace, with Newcastle and Tottenham also interested in the England international. As the Guardian reported, the 24-year-old has made clear he will not sign a new contract at Selhurst Park, and with 12 months left he is eager to secure a move to a club that can offer guaranteed playing time before next summer's World Cup.
