Ibrahima Konate makes true Liverpool feelings clear before Real Madrid transfer audition

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Liverpool will take on Real Madrid in the Champions League in midweek where Ibrahima Konate will be hoping to be included in the starting line-upIbrahima Konate has delivered a rallying cry to Liverpool supporters ahead of their Champions League showdown with Real Madrid. The defender was instrumental in the Reds' 2-0 triumph over Aston Villa in the Premier League on Saturday evening.Liverpool had endured four consecutive Premier League defeats before their Anfield victory over Villa.

The match could see former Reds full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold facing his boyhood club for the first time following his summer departure which saw him move to the Santiago Bernabeu.READ MORE: Liverpool injury latest as Arne Slot faces potential blow ahead of Real MadridREAD MORE: Trent Alexander-Arnold reveals whether he'd celebrate vs Liverpool ahead of Anfield returnFollowing Liverpool's Saturday night success against Villa, Konate addressed supporters via social media the next day. The 26-year-old's deal with Liverpool runs out at the end of the campaign, and there is still no clarity on whether fresh terms will be negotiated.Madrid have emerged as potential suitors for Konate should the defender opt against penning a new Liverpool contract.

From January, the centre-back will be free to negotiate with clubs outside England, including Madrid, for a pre-contract agreement for next summer.It would not be the first time that a Liverpool player becomes the subject of interest from Madrid heading into the final six months of their contract. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.