Ibrahima Konate Liverpool transfer exit speculation sparked by Duolingo message

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The market-leading language app revealed that he 'is a member of our Spanish Diamond League!' — one of the app's top 'divisions' where users compete to show off their progress.Many will interpret Konate's endeavours as preparation for a move to Real Madrid as he nears the final six months of his contract. The top 10 learners in the Diamond League qualify, so perhaps Liverpool fans can take heart from Konate not being so committed to have reached that stage just yet.READ MORE: Giorgi Mamardashvili’s one-word comment speaks volumes after Arne Slot Liverpool warningREAD MORE: Liverpool could pocket millions from Man City's 115 charges legal battle with the Premier LeagueKonate is out of contract at Anfield next summer, and there has been little sign of an extension being signed.

Konate is on Real Madrid's shortlist and the Spanish giants' interest will likely have increased after William Saliba signed a new deal at Arsenal.At the very least, Konate may be able to offer Alexis Mac Allister some conversation in his native language, after Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez both departed over the summer.Content cannot be displayed without consentWhile Konate's Spanish linguistics may be improving, there may be concerns over his form with Liverpool. "I think he has things he can improve," he said."But for him starting this season with a different full-back next to him probably is different as well.

And partly, I think the biggest strength of Ibou is of course his defensive quality."You could already see last season when he and Virgil were playing together, they mainly make sure Virgil doesn't get the ball, so he needs to bring the ball out of the back."That he does sometimes really, really, really good, but his consistency in that part is definitely something he can improve. The more he's used to the right full-back next to him, the more he's used to the other players that are in front of him as well."Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content.