Top European clubs are fully committed to signing a Liverpool star who is ‘likely to remain,’ a move that could disrupt Arne Slot’s plans.

A top European club is reportedly ‘interested’ in signing one of Liverpool’s key players, creating a potentially troubling scenario for manager Arne Slot.

Slot, 46, has led Liverpool to an almost flawless first half of the 2024/25 season, with the team sitting at the top of the Premier League and excelling in the expanded 36-team Champions League group stage following a 2-1 win against Lille at Anfield on Tuesday.

However, ongoing contract uncertainties for Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold remain a concern, as all three could negotiate pre-contract agreements with foreign clubs due to their deals expiring at the end of the season. Now, another key player, Ibrahima Konaté, has been linked to a potential departure, raising alarms among Liverpool fans and Slot.

The 25-year-old defender has been a cornerstone of Liverpool’s defense alongside Van Dijk this season, featuring 22 times in all competitions. While Konaté’s contract runs until June 2026, he recently confirmed receiving a new contract offer from the club but remained non-committal about signing it, saying, “This is another conversation.”

This cryptic response has fueled speculation, with PSG reportedly “all-in” on securing the Paris-born defender. Meanwhile, Caught Offside claims that Real Madrid are also monitoring Konaté as they seek defensive reinforcements following Eder Militao’s long-term injury. The report adds that Madrid could move for Konaté even if they succeed in signing Alexander-Arnold.

Konaté, who has been managing a knee injury, was rested for the Lille game but is expected to return to the starting lineup for Liverpool’s Premier League match against Ipswich Town on

Saturday.