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Konate Leaving Liverpool After Failing to Agree New Deal

The France defender is expected to depart on a free transfer after months of contract talks failed, with Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Chelsea linked.

  • Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Anfield this summer after contract talks stalled, with the 27-year-old departing as a free agent when his deal expires next month.
  • Agents for the Frenchman held negotiations with the club hierarchy for several months, though Konate recently insisted he and the club were close to an agreement before talks ultimately failed.
  • French publication L'Equipe reports Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea are prepared to sign the center-back on a free transfer as Konate aims to settle his future before the World Cup.
  • Liverpool are reportedly 'going all in to sign Yan Diomande' from RB Leipzig, though the club faces stiff competition from Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City for the winger.
  • Following Mohamed Salah's confirmed exit, these moves signal major squad changes at Anfield as the club looks to maintain competitive edge in the Premier League.
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French footballer Ibrahima Konate will leave Liverpool after five years at Anfield, British media reported today.

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Daily Express broke the news in United Kingdom on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
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