Ibrahima Konate to leave Liverpool this summer

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Ibrahima Konate’s contract expires at the end of June. Image Credits: Imago ImagesWhile Liverpool fans were relieved to see the back of the disappointing 2025/26 season, the summer now brings fresh concerns for Liverpool.Supporters are demanding new signings, but the main issue remains contract uncertainty.

Ibrahima Konate’s deal is now approaching its final month, making him the biggest worry as the situation drags on without resolution.Konate is yet to sign a new contract with Liverpool. Despite claiming last month that he was “close to an agreement,” there has been growing uncertainty in the media over his future.Speaking after Liverpool’s Merseyside derby win, the 27-year-old said: “There are many things people have said but for a long time we have spoken with the club and we are close to an agreement.“I think everyone wished for that for as soon as possible but we are in a good way.” He added: “For sure, there is a big chance that I’m here next season.

I just wish that.”According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, Konate is expected to leave Liverpool this summer, with no agreement yet reached over a new deal.Jacobs posted on X: “Ibrahima Konate is expected to leave Liverpool. No agreement has been reached between #LFC and the French defender despite Konate indicating in April an agreement was close.”Despite a mixed season for Konate, there is no shortage of suitors for the Liverpool defender.