Reports from Spain suggest that if the French centre-back refuses to extend his current contract, the Merseyside club could entertain offers in the region of €50 million. According to journalist Anton Meana, speaking on Cadena SER and cited by Sport Witness, Real Madrid are already keeping close tabs on the situation.

Konaté has been a crucial figure in Liverpool’s backline, but recent developments hint at a potential departure. Despite the club’s preference to keep him, the looming threat of losing him on a free transfer might push them to act sooner rather than later.

💬 “If Konaté doesn’t renew, Liverpool won’t rule out selling him for around €50m this summer,” Meana revealed. “In that case, the player would request negotiations with Real Madrid.”

Madrid are reportedly eyeing the 25-year-old as a potential upgrade to their current defensive options, with Marca also noting their interest amid concerns over performances from Antonio Rüdiger and others.

For Liverpool, who have already let Trent Alexander-Arnold leave this window, the idea of losing another key defender could force a major rethink in their summer plans.

Should they cash in now and reinvest, or hold firm and risk losing him for free later?

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