With just one year left on his contract, Real Madrid are reportedly keeping close tabs on the 26-year-old. Alexander-Arnold made the move to Spain on a free transfer earlier this summer, raising concerns that Konaté could be the next to leave without Liverpool receiving a fee.
However, the Reds’ centre-back remains a vital figure in Arne Slot’s squad. Liverpool failed in their attempt to bring in Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace on deadline day, meaning Konaté continues to be relied upon alongside Virgil van Dijk at the heart of defence.
❌ “Spanish lessons? Absolutely not”
Talks of a potential Madrid switch grew louder when comparisons were drawn with Alexander-Arnold, who had secretly been learning Spanish before his unveiling at the Bernabéu.
When asked if he had been preparing in a similar way, Konaté’s response was short and emphatic: “an absolute no.”
⚽ What Next for Konaté?
Despite shutting down the Spanish-learning rumours, the defender has not committed to extending his stay at Anfield. As things stand, Liverpool risk losing another key player for nothing next summer if no agreement is reached.
Konaté’s numbers since arriving on Merseyside highlight his importance:
136 appearances
5 goals
4 assists
Unless Liverpool revive their pursuit of Guehi or another centre-back in January, Slot’s men face the challenge of holding onto Konaté while chasing back-to-back Premier League titles.
Securing clarity on his future sooner rather than later could prove crucial — both for Liverpool’s defence and their long-term transfer strategy.
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