Barcelona’s search for a defensive reinforcement has taken them straight to Merseyside — and Ibrahima Konaté is right in their sights.
After missing out on former Liverpool winger Luis Díaz, who opted for Bayern Munich earlier this summer, the La Liga champions have reportedly turned their attention to the French centre-back.
Konaté, who has entered the final year of his Liverpool contract, is yet to secure his long-term future at Anfield. According to Sempre Barca, Barça’s sporting director Deco has already opened discussions with the 25-year-old’s representatives, keeping close tabs on any developments.
🔵 Why Barça Want Him
With Iñigo Martínez departing for Al Nassr, Barcelona are determined to bring in a top-class central defender — and Konaté’s physicality and composure fit the bill perfectly. Sources claim the former RB Leipzig star is open to a move to the Camp Nou, though he’s currently focused on Liverpool’s upcoming season under new boss Arne Slot.
🔴 Liverpool’s Stance
Despite the interest from Spain, Konaté remains a key figure in Liverpool’s defensive setup and is expected to start in their Premier League title defence opener. The Frenchman is said to be waiting to see if the Reds will put forward a contract extension and define his role in Slot’s long-term plans before making any big decisions.
💰 The Transfer Hurdle
Any potential deal won’t come cheap, but Barcelona are reportedly prepared to explore all avenues if Konaté becomes available — making this one saga to watch closely in the coming weeks.
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