French defender Ibrahima Konate is twinned with Dutch defender Virgil Van Dijk. He is tall, strong and physical, with exceptional speed, and continues to cover vast spaces in the final line.
Interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid is rumoured, with talks underway to extend his current contract until June 2026.
Although the certainty of each is unknown, the 25-year-old centre-back has reacted to the interest from strong clubs and said he is happy with the way he feels.
“To hear big clubs like that are showing interest in me is very flattering!”
“Now I’m focusing on this season, giving it my all and I’ll let my agents take care of the rest.”
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He has also featured in 21 games for France and is an integral part of coach Arne Slot’s squad. In addition to his confidence in Jarell Quansah, the departure of the key defender will have a major impact, as the frequency of Joe Gomez’s injuries is a concern.
Liverpool have no intention of letting him go easily. With less than a year left on his contract this summer, I don’t expect a super-high offer to be made, but with no intention to sell, a move is unlikely to happen.
If we were to replace them, we would have to sell Quansah and Gomes to make room in the budget and reinforce the young defenders.
Will the French centre-back stay at Anfield next season and continue to contribute to the team’s victories?