Konaté Contract Talks Hit New 'Sticking Point' Over Term, Ex-Everton CEO Says
Reports point to salary progress with clauses and contract length still unresolved.
Overview
- Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness said the length of Ibrahima Konaté’s next deal is now the key hurdle and that neither side looks fully convinced.
- Wyness added that Konaté’s agent is holding out for other options and has cited Real Madrid interest, a claim not confirmed by the clubs.
- Football365, citing Fabrizio Romano, reported that salary figures are broadly agreed while specific contract clauses still need clarity.
- Konaté’s current Liverpool contract runs out at the end of the season, which lets him talk to foreign clubs and leave for free.
- Football Insider said Liverpool plan to keep 17-year-old Rio Ngumoha at the club this summer as they shape next season’s squad during ongoing talks with Konaté.