French defender Ibrahima Konate partners Dutch defender Virgil Van Dijk to lead the centre-back corps. He has made over 100 appearances for Liverpool and has developed into one of the best defenders in the Premier League.
The 25-year-old centre-back, who is expected to be a defensive leader after Van Dijk left the team, is yet to have his contract extended until June 2026, although talks are reportedly underway to renew his contract.
According to ESPN, Paris Saint-Germain have been linked with a move for the player and will go all out for a move this summer. The report also said that the French defender is open to a move to Paris, his hometown.
The Ligue 1 club, who acquired Georgia international Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from Napoli this winter, are looking for someone to replace 30-year-old Brazilian defender Marquinhos, who led the final line for many years, at the heart of their centre-backs, with Anfield bearing the brunt of the search.
He combines top class speed with height and has continued to fill the defensive hole left by England defender Trent Alexander-Arnold. His feeds and passes up front have become more accurate in recent times, and he is slowly approaching a complete centre-back.
The 25-year-old defender has also been on the pitch for 21 games for France, but will he sign a new contract with Liverpool or return to his homeland…?