Overview
- Liverpool confirmed on Sunday that centre‑back Ibrahima Konaté will depart when his contract expires at the end of the month.
- Konaté posted an emotional farewell saying he was saddened not to have been able to say goodbye to fans and teammates publicly sent supportive messages.
- Chelsea have decided not to make an offer after assessing the full cost of a free transfer, and reports say his camp has re‑engaged with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich while PSG, Barcelona and Saudi clubs have also shown interest.
- A report claiming Florentino Pérez has finalised an agreement with Konaté is developing but remains unconfirmed by Real Madrid and should be treated as provisional.
- Konaté’s exit adds to a run of high‑profile free departures from Anfield and leaves Liverpool with an urgent need to sign an experienced centre‑back as part of a wider summer rebuild.