Liverpool transfer news: Ibrahima Konate exit latest, Yan Diomande stance, Gleison Bremer eyed

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Comment below.Today16:38 BSTWho Liverpool could target to replace Ibrahima KonateIbrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool on the expiration of his current contract, with no agreement having been reached between player and club for the renewal of the French centre-back's terms.Konate will become the latest Liverpool player to leave for nothing - once again leaving the Reds short when seeking a replacement - following Andy Robertson and Mohamed Salah out of the door at Anfield this summer.When factoring in the departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid last year, Liverpool have recouped just £10million for four of their most important players over the last five to 10 years.With top-quality centre-backs at a premium, the Reds will nevertheless surely now have to look to the market to replace the man who has partnered Virgil van Dijk at the heart of the defence since 2021With that in mind, we picked out four options who could now be candidates for Richard Hughes, Arne Slot and Liverpool's recruitment team.Read the full story here.Today15:23 BSTJurgen Klopp stance on Al-IttihadJurgen Klopp’s agent has shut down the suggestion that the former Liverpool boss could take over at Al-Ittihad.Klopp stepped down as Liverpool manager in the summer of 2024, after almost nine years in charge, to take a break from management.The German has since become global head of soccer for the Red Bull group but has long been linked with a return to the dugout.Al-Ittihad has become the latest club to be linked in recent days, but Klopp’s agent, Marc Kosicke, shut down the reports.Speaking via Winwinallsports, he said: “There is no possibility for Klopp to manage Al-Ittihad this year.”Liverpool legend Jurgen Klopp.(Image: PETER POWELL / AFP via Getty Images)Today14:41 BST'Liverpool to give priority to addressing gaps in squad'According to The Times, the Anfield hierarchy is choosing to give priority to addressing gaps in Liverpool’s squad.The report from Paul Joyce also says that discussions have started with Dominik Szoboszlai over a new deal but have not, as yet, reached an agreement.And that Curtis Jones is wanted by Inter Milan, with Liverpool seeking about £35million for the England international, but the Serie A club value Jones at significantly less than that.Dominik Szoboszlai during Aston Villa vs Liverpool.(Image: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)Today13:29 BSTAlisson Becker latestThe ECHO’s own Ian Doyle Liverpool expected to resist attempts by Juventus to sign Alisson Becker this summer.And now Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Liverpool have formally told Alisson they want him to stay and continue at the club next season.Romano goes on to claim that the Reds do not want to lose another experienced key part of the squad this summer.Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson could complete a move to Juventus this summer(Image: Ryan Browne/Shutterstock)Today12:06 BSTJacquet admission Liverpool signing Jeremy Jacquet admits his £60million price tag "adds pressure" as he questioned whether he would prove to be worth the money.He told French newspaper Ouest-France: "I won't say it [his decision] was a quick one, because I took my time with this big step but I quickly saw myself at Liverpool. Intention had always been to keep the defender but an agreement hasn't been reached, despite Konate himself insisting last month he was set to sign on.Ibrahima Konate before Liverpool's defeat to Aston Villa(Image: (Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images))Today10:01 BSTKonate 'will leave Liverpool'A little bit of breaking news as both Paul Joyce and Dominic King are now reporting that Ibrahima Konate will leave Liverpool at the end of the season.Joyce is reporting that Konate and the Reds have been unable to agree new terms.Ibrahima Konate before a Liverpool game(Image: Peter Byrne/PA Wire)Today09:51 BSTLiverpool 'going all in to sign Yan Diomande'Sky Sports Germany are reporting that Liverpool are going all in to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig this summer.But that same report also claims that Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain are in the running to sign the winger.Addressing the speculation around his Leipzig future, Diomande admitted earlier this week: “Yeah, I heard.

Everyone has ambitions and every day you want to go higher.”Yan Diomande of RB Leipzig is a summer transfer target for Liverpool(Image: Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)Today09:31 BSTReal Madrid 'eye' Konate dealLast night we brought you the claims being made by talkSPORT that Ibrahima Konate is set to leave this summer.And now French publication L’Equipe is reporting that Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Chelsea will try to sign the centre-back on a free transfer this summer.The report also claims that Konate is hoping to sort his future out before heading to the World Cup with the France squad.Ibrahima Konate is reportedly set to leave Liverpool this summer(Image: Getty Images)Today09:25 BSTGood MorningGood morning and welcome to our live Liverpool news and transfers blog. Thanks for joining us and we will be back with the latest Liverpool news and transfer gossip in the morning.28th May21:47 BSTKonate 'set to leave'Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate will leave Anfield this summer, according to talkSPORT.

This is what I've always wanted."Content cannot be displayed without consent28th May21:19 BSTAndy Robertson 'expected' to complete Tottenham transferAndy Robertson is expected to complete a move to Tottenham, despite a late hijack attempt from Juventus.That is according to talkSPORT's Ben Jacobs, who is reporting that an agreement in principle has been reached between Robertson and Spurs for a move.The left-back will sign on a free transfer following the expiry of his Liverpool contract at the end of this season.Andy Robertson is expected to make the switch to Tottenham this summer after winning everything possible at Liverpool28th May20:21 BSTLiverpool 'pushing for a quick agreement with Yan Diomande'Liverpool are reportedly pushing for a quick agreement with Yan Diomande.The ECHO has reported that Diomande is under consideration, while the Reds have also been credited with an interest in Paris Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola.But according to journalist Florian Plettenberg, the 19-year-old is one of Liverpool’s top targets this summer.Plettenberg is also reporting that Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City are closely monitoring the situation and have already held talks.And although there is still no agreement with any club, RB Leipzig still wants to extend Diomande’s contract and improve his salary.(Image: Getty Images)28th May19:29 BSTCrutis Jones is Inter’s 'first choice'Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones continues to be the subject of transfer speculation linking him with a move to Inter Milan.Jones has been in talks with the Reds over a new deal for several months, but no agreement has been reached on an extension.The Italian champions, who inquired about the 25-year-old in January, remain keen on the England international and were expected to make another approach this summer.And according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Jones is Inter’s ‘first choice’ for the midfield department this summer.The report also suggests that Inter are willing to pay around €22m, potentially up to €25m with bonuses.Curtis Jones has been linked with a move away from Liverpool this summer(Image: Getty Images)28th May17:53 BSTJarell Quansah Liverpool return claimLiverpool have reportedly decided against using a clause to bring Jarell Quansah back from Bayer Leverkusen this summer.That’s according to German publication BILD, via Sport Witness, who are reporting that the defender will be remaining with the German side until at least 2027.When Quansah joined the Bundesliga giants last summer, the Reds included a buy-back clause in the deal.Jarell Quansah left Liverpool for Bayer Leverkusen last summer(Image: Getty Images)28th May16:51 BSTAnthony Gordon medical 'passed'Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon has reportedly passed his medical with Barcelona and had his heart set on a move to the Nou Camp.Liverpool were interested in signing the winger back in 2024 but have not followed through with their interest this summer.The Guardian claims Gordon will double his wages to near £300,000 a week after a £69.3m move was agreed with the Magpies.Anthony Gordon is set for Barcelona(Image: Getty)28th May16:07 BSTMore Liverpool stars on the move north?Liverpool youngster Luca Stephenson says he'll be encouraging Reds' youngsters to make the move north to join Dundee United after an impressive loan spell in Scotland."I’ll be honest, I’ve been pushing the Dundee United agenda out to a few young boys [at Liverpool] already," he said ahead of returning to Anfield. Get ready because Liverpool want him, PSG want him, and Leipzig will dictate the conditions."RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande.(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)28th May14:01 BSTJuventus could make Alisson U-turnGazzetta dello Sport claims Juventus could turn their attention away from Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson and try to loan Giorgi Mamardashvili instead.The Italian media outlet claims Liverpool are considering loaning out the Georgian international, who has played understudy to the Brazilian this season.It's claimed Juventus would then try to sign Alisson when he becomes a free agent at the end of the 2027 campaign.However, the Echo understands that Juventus have not made contact about Mamardashvili.Alisson Becker of Liverpool(Image: Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)28th May12:58 BSTLiverpool opt against activating transfer clauseBILD claim that Liverpool are not planning on activating the buy-back clause in Jarrell Quansah's Bayer Leverkusen contract.The Reds sold the England international to the Bundesliga outfit for a fee in the region of €35m(£30.3m) and negotiated a reported buy back of €60m (£52m).However, the report claims that buy-back clause will increase to €80m (£69.3m) in 2027, should they wish to bring the defender back to Anfield.Jarell Quansah left Liverpool for Bayer Leverkusen last summer(Image: Getty Images)