Liverpool may be facing another high-profile departure this summer, with Ibrahima Konate reportedly more likely to join PSG than sign a new contract with the Reds.
Is Konate Leaving Liverpool This Summer?
With both Trent Alexander-Arnold’s and Virgil van Dijk’s contracts expiring this summer and Konate’s deal running until 2026, Liverpool are wary that the futures of their key defenders are uncertain.
Reports now suggest that Konate is leaning towards a move to PSG, putting Liverpool in a difficult position.
PSG Leading the Race for Konate
According to Sports Zone, PSG have a strong chance of signing Konate this summer.
The French centre-back reportedly prefers a move to the Ligue 1 giants, and Liverpool are already aware of his intentions.
This comes after PSG recently knocked Liverpool out of the Champions League, potentially strengthening their appeal for the player.
If Van Dijk leaves I fully expect Konate to join PSG for free at the end of next season
It has been horrendously managed
— CF Comps (@CF_Compss) March 13, 2025
Real Madrid Also in the Hunt
PSG are not the only club interested in signing Konate. Real Madrid have also been linked with the 25-year-old defender and could make a bid to bring him to the Bernabéu.
Reports indicate that Los Blancos may even consider a double swoop, targeting both Konate and Alexander-Arnold this summer.
Can Liverpool Keep Konate at Anfield?
Liverpool will make a strong effort to keep Konate at Anfield.
The club are prepared to offer him a new contract, but with the player’s preference reportedly leaning towards PSG, it remains to be seen if the Reds can change his mind before the transfer window opens.
Ibrahima Konate on Instagram 📸
“See you on Sunday at Wembley” 💪 pic.twitter.com/AJ6W4qK9nZ
— Anything Liverpool (@AnythingLFC_) March 13, 2025
What This Means for Arne Slot’s Liverpool Project
Liverpool manager Arne Slot will want to retain key players as he prepares for his debut season at Anfield.
Losing Konate, along with the possible departures of Van Dijk and Alexander-Arnold, could force the club to rebuild their defence in a crucial summer transfer window.
The Reds will need to act quickly to either secure Konate’s future or line up suitable replacements.
Is Konate leaving Liverpool? Fans will be anxiously watching as transfer speculation around Ibrahima Konate continues to grow.
With PSG and Real Madrid both circling, the French defender’s future remains uncertain.
Will Liverpool manage to keep one of their top defenders, or is another major exit on the horizon?
