Ibrahima Konate closing in on dream Real Madrid move after shock Liverpool exit

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SportFootballIbrahima KonateIbrahima Konate will leave Liverpool when his contract runs out this summer and he's wasted no time in eyeing up his next club with Real Madrid closing in on a free transferIbrahima Konate is in talks to join Real Madrid following confirmation that he will leave Liverpool at the end of his contract this summer.The defender had been involved in season-long talks with the Reds over a possible extension, but the two parties could not come to an arrangement and Konate will now call time on his five years at Anfield, paving the way for a free move elsewhere.Real, off the back of another trophyless season, are Konate’s first-choice destination and a move is now set to happen provided Florentino Pérez is re-elected as club president, reports the Telegraph.Back in April the French defender claimed he was “close to an agreement” and suggested he was eager to stay at Anfield. However, it emerged last week that he would be leaving after an agreement was unable to be reached.Konate endured a mixed 2025-26 campaign with some pundits suggesting that speculation over his contract was impacting his performances.

Last summer they also signed Giovanni Leoni but he suffered a season-ending injury on his debut.It remains to be seen whether Liverpool will actively look to replace Konate, given their current resources and imminent arrivals. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us - and our partners.

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