Negotiations with Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate reportedly raised concerns about his long-term future at Anfield.
Despite enjoying his most consistent season, starting his 26-year-old Premier League match, the 25-year-old French International has yet to agree to an extension beyond the current deal, which expires in 2026.
Liverpool recently secured new deals for Virgil van Dick and Mohamed Sarah, but Conate’s situation remains unresolved.
The club is at risk of facing a similar scenario to that of Trent Alexander Arnold, and its contract negotiations are also working for the Reds.
According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool is making “zero progress” in terms of contract talks for the French international defender.
There is concern about the lack of progress, particularly from clubs like Paris Saint-Germain.
Liverpool management reportedly works under sports director Richard Hughes to resolve the situation.
The defender may enter the final year of his contract with the club this summer and force him to consider selling him if the club refuses to sign a new deal.
Liverpool’s defense could bring about major changes next season
According to the report, the club is interested in signing Joe Gomez and Jarrel Quansah of Liverpool.
This means that there will be a number of players left in the Reds’ defense next season, new players will arrive and there will be many changes.
The club faces a set-off regarding Conate’s future at Anfield, but they are leading the race to sign Milos Kerquez of Bournemouth to address the issue in the left-back position.
Konate’s own comments suggest a desire to focus on his current performance. “I’m really focused on what’s going to happen right now. We’ll see what happens.” .
However, Liverpool may need to accelerate negotiations as his contracts are on the verge of interest from top European clubs.
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