Liverpool’s right backtrent Alexander Arnold is scheduled to join Real Madrid as a free agent this summer.
England International has long been linked to the Spanish giants, and the move to Madrid is inevitable after announcing its decision to not sign a new contract at Anfield this week.
Real Madrid had been skillfully waiting to sign the Liverpool star this summer after his contract was about to end.
They have done the same thing in the past with Antonio Rudiger, David Alabau and Killian Mbappe.
Liverpool is in trouble again
The bad news for Liverpool fans is that they can do that next year with another Red Star on their radar.
According to Marca, Real Madrid is aiming to secure services on another Liverpool defender, Ibrahima Conate, with the aim of securing services on the 2026 free transfer.
Connate’s contract with Liverpool is expected to end in 2026 and there is currently no agreement on an extension.
Reports suggest that Real Madrid is closely monitoring the situation considering the possibility that France International could strengthen its defensive lineup.
Liverpool has recently faced challenges in securing contract renewals with key players.
The club has confirmed the new deal for Mohamed Sarah and Virgil van Dyk only in the final months of the current season, with Alexander Arnold’s departure confirmed this week.
Conate’s future at Anfield is uncertain
With Konate’s contract inscribed, Reds may need to act quickly to avoid losing another valuable asset without transfer fees.
Liverpool management faces the challenge of negotiating a new contract with Conate to retain his services and prevent Alexander Arnold from repeating departures.
Konate has been an impressive one for them this season and has made many contributions to their success this season.
His partnership at the heart of his defense with Van Dijk gave the club security behind him.
The £80 million Premier League star wants to leave his club to join Liverpool this summer