Highly reliable source shares latest transfer news about Liverpool

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has been linked with a potential departure from the club in recent months.

Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing the 26-year-old French international and are now in advanced negotiations to finalize the transfer.

Journalist Jose Felix Diaz (via MadridZone) claims that Konate’s move to Real Madrid is progressing well, though it’s still uncertain if the deal will be completed. The transfer is expected to be a free one, as Konate’s contract with Liverpool expires at the end of the season, and the club has yet to agree on an extension.

The player appears keen on joining the Spanish side in the summer. Having been an important figure for Liverpool since his arrival, his potential exit raises questions about how well the club can replace him. Liverpool already face defensive depth issues, and losing Konate would weaken their backline further.

During the summer transfer window, Liverpool attempted to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, but the deal fell through. It remains to be seen whether they will pursue the Crystal Palace defender again when the window reopens in January. Should Konate leave, Liverpool will likely need to invest in two quality central defenders.

Losing such a valuable player on a free transfer would be a significant setback for any club. Liverpool have already lost Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid on a free transfer, and it appears the Spanish club may deal them another blow.

At the same time, Real Madrid need to bolster their defensive options, and Konate, currently at the peak of his career, would be a strong addition. He has proven himself as one of the Premier League’s most dependable defenders.