Fabrizio Romano: Real Madrid don’t want to upset Liverpool
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Image Credits: Imago ImagesFabrizio Romano has provided his latest on Real Madrid interest in Ibrahima Konate.
The Frenchman has entered the final 12 months of his Liverpool contract, with his current deal set to expire in June 2026.
The 26-year-old has reportedly rejected three renewal proposals thus far.
Liverpool’s leadership, eager to avoid a repeat of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s exit, have been actively negotiating with Ibrahima Konate’s representatives, but so far no agreement has been reached.
Like Alexander-Arnold before him, Konate is in a strong position to decide his own future.
Real Madrid’s pursuit of both players follows a very similar pattern.
DaveOCKOP.com reported in August that the Reds hierarchy ideally wanted the defender to commit to new terms before the transfer window slammed shut.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Fabrizio Romano claimed that Real Madrid “don’t want to upset” Liverpool but that the Reds will still have opportunities this season to convince Konate:
“Real Madrid have genuine interest in the situation of Ibrahima Konate but they don’t want to upset Liverpool,” he said.
“Liverpool will have the chance, for sure, in September, October, November, December – until the end of the season – to try and extend the contract of Ibrahima Konate.”
“Despite agreements between Liverpool and the player being very close one year ago, these conversations stopped because of new details being discussed.”
“Real Madrid internally keep thinking of Konate.”
“They will maintain this name high on their list for names in 2026.”
“Don’t underestimate their interest in Konate because Real Madrid are seriously interested in the player.”
“But for now the ball is still in Liverpool’s court?
Even this summer, Liverpool wanted to discuss with Konate – but still no agreement.”
It is not great having another contract saga running into the season, as was the case with the likes of Mohamed Salah and Co
last term.
The 26-year-old enjoyed his most consistent season in 2024-25, making 30 Premier League appearances and playing a crucial role in Liverpool’s title triumph.
The Frenchman appears to have put his injury worries behind him.
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