Liverpool Weigh Move for Marc Guehi as Real Madrid Circles Ibrahima Konatรฉ
Liverpool are nearing a crucial decision regarding the future of Ibrahima Konatรฉ, as Real Madrid intensifies their interest in the French defender. With Konatรฉ entering the final year of his contract and no extension currently on the table, the situation has drawn the attention of clubs across Europe โ most notably the Spanish giants.
According to Football Insiderโs Pete OโRourke, Madrid are preparing whatโs being described as a โcheekyโ ยฃ25 million bid for Konatรฉ โ ยฃ15 million below Liverpoolโs valuation. The offer comes amid concern at Anfield about potentially repeating the contract dilemma faced with Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is also attracting Madridโs interest.
Konatรฉ, who joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2021, has made 132 appearances for the club, helping secure five domestic trophies. His strong performances, combined with his contract status, give him leverage heading into January, when he will be free to negotiate with foreign clubs.
Liverpool Line Up Guehi as Potential Successor
Should Konatรฉ leave, Liverpool are eyeing Crystal Palaceโs Marc Guehi as a priority target to reinforce their back line. The England international has emerged as one of the Premier Leagueโs most reliable center-backs and played a pivotal role in Palaceโs FA Cup triumph last season.
Reports indicate that a ยฃ45 million deal for Guehi is increasingly likely, with Crystal Palace preparing for his exit by targeting Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP. Liverpool, aware that this summer may be their last chance to profit from Konatรฉ, are weighing their next steps carefully.
With Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso pushing for defensive reinforcements โ having recently signed Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth โ Konatรฉโs situation could spark a chain reaction in the transfer market, reshaping Liverpoolโs defense ahead of the 2025 season.
