'Mentally closed the book': Ibrahima Konate's stance on leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid - report

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We have been waiting for weeks to learn what Ibrahima Konate will do when his Liverpool contract expires — the latest reports offer little encouragement. Liverpool’s summer rebuild could become much more difficult if reports from Germany are to be believed.

As for Konate, he’s thought to be very open to the idea, so much so that he has all but checked out at Liverpool. If Gakpo and Salah aren’t to blame for their poor form, then who is? 🤔 Slot was quick to move any blame away from Gakpo after being asked about one goal in nine games…Credit: Molly Darlington/Getty Images Ibrahima Konate allegedly finished with his time at Liverpool The contradictory reports around Madrid’s desire to sign the Frenchman are one thing, but this fresh claim from BILD about the player’s current mindset is the real scoop here.

It’s a hammer blow for Liverpool, who already have so much work to do when the window opens. If this is truly how Konate feels, it’s hard to imagine Madrid don’t pull the trigger.