Real Madrid Contact Liverpool Over PSG Transfer Target Amid Uncertain Future | OneFootball

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté hasn’t yet agreed to a contract extension with the Reds, sparking transfer rumors linking him to PSG and Real Madrid.

According to Diario AS, Real Madrid are interested in signing Konaté this summer but only if Liverpool lowers their asking price. The Spanish club is reportedly willing to offer between €20 million and €25 million, while Liverpool want at least €50 million.

Real Madrid aren’t planning to meet that valuation, especially since Konaté has made it clear he wants to join them. They’re happy to wait until 2026, when he could move on a free transfer.

Earlier reports from Foot Mercato revealed Konaté has been offered to several top clubs, including Real Madrid, PSG, and Barcelona, potentially paving the way for a move after his contract ends.

Real Madrid keen on PSG transfer target

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L’Equipe reports that Real Madrid has reached out to Liverpool to see if there’s an offer that could convince them to sell Ibrahim Konaté this summer. However, the Reds are still hoping to extend his contract.

Recently, TalkSPORT’s Alex Crook reports that Konaté has been holding off on signing a new deal with Liverpool due to dissatisfaction with the salary being offered.

The report notes that Liverpool have a reputation for being tough negotiators, so if Konaté wants to stay, he may need to scale back his demands.

Moreover, Liverpool could be facing the reality of losing Konaté, and Defensa Central reports that Liverpool manager Arne Slot has asked the club to pursue Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi if Konaté joins Real Madrid. Guehi, like Konaté, is under contract until June 2026 and is reportedly not planning to renew.

Moreover, the report claims that Guehi would be open to moving to Anfield, and Liverpool would use Konaté’s potential sale fee to fund the deal. Real Madrid view Konaté as a key addition to strengthen their defense for the 2025-2026 season.