Sources: Real Madrid discover the exact price needed to sign Ibrahima Konate | OneFootball

In a surprising twist, Liverpool have decided on a price for Ibrahima Konate, a player who has been high on Real Madrid’s wish list for months.

Even though Real Madrid have signed Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth this summer, the club is still open to adding another centre-back if the right chance comes up. With Konate now available, the opportunity might be too good for Real Madrid to pass up.

According to reports from Real Madrid Confidencial, Liverpool are willing to let Konate leave this summer for £50 million.

The outlet mentions that this amount seems reasonable to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, who is now preparing an offer to bring the strong French defender to Spain.

Initially, Real Madrid had planned to wait until Konate’s contract expired next summer, but with Liverpool now open to selling him early, things have changed quickly.

Rejecting renewal offers

It is to be noted that Konate has formed a powerful defensive partnership with Virgil van Dijk, helping Liverpool win many trophies, including their latest Premier League title.

Ibrahima Konate is on Real Madrid’s radar. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

His solid performances have caught the eye of Real Madrid, who see him as the perfect addition to their backline.

The Spanish giants believe that adding Konate could fully restore their defence and help them compete for more titles in the coming seasons.

Liverpool have tried several times to convince Konate to sign a new deal, but he has turned down every offer.

Adding to the situation, Liverpool’s growing interest in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi suggests they are already preparing for life without Konate. This makes it more likely the French centre-back will leave Anfield this summer.

Before making their move official, Real Madrid will first focus on the FIFA Club World Cup, as success in the tournament could bring in extra funds to make signing Konate easier.

Once the competition ends, Real Madrid are expected to step up efforts to secure one of the Premier League’s most reliable defenders and strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.