Liverpool ‘not looking’ to make move for Premier League defender
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Liverpool are reportedly are not planning to pursue a deal for Premier League centre-back. Image Credits: Imago ImagesThe summer transfer window is fast approaching, and Liverpool will have significant work to do – even if another major spending spree appears unlikely.With just three games remaining, the Reds are still on course to secure Champions League qualification, which could prove crucial in attracting targets ahead of the 2026/27 season.The Reds host Chelsea on Saturday as they look to respond to their 3-2 defeat at Manchester United.
Despite the setback, Arne Slot’s side remain close to sealing a top-five finish, sitting six points clear of sixth-placed Bournemouth.With Chelsea now out of contention, Bournemouth, Brentford, and Brighton are the only teams still capable of breaking into the current top five.Liverpool and Aston Villa occupy fourth and fifth place respectively on 58 points, leaving the chasing pack with little margin for error.After a disappointing campaign, there are several areas Slot and the club must address, particularly with key figures such as Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson expected to depart.In terms of potential arrivals, Yan Diomande, Bradley Barcola, Adam Wharton, and Marcos Senesi have all been linked with moves to Anfield.While Senesi is expected to leave Bournemouth when his contract expires, uncertainty remains over where the Argentine defender will end up.Reports this week claimed that Liverpool are monitoring Senesi and considering making a rival offer for the free-agent centre-back.However, according to the Liverpool Echo, the Reds are not looking to make a move for the defender, with Ibrahima Konate close to signing a new long-term contract at Anfield.With Virgil van Dijk still at the club, and Giovanni Leoni set to be joined by £60million signing Jeremy Jacquet next season, Liverpool figures believe they are already well stocked in the centre-back department.A few weeks ago, Konate provided an update on his future at Liverpool, claiming: “To be fair, there are many things people have said, but for a long time we have spoken with the club and we are [now] close to an agreement.“I think everyone wished for that for as long as possible but we are in a good way. For sure there is a big chance I’m here next season.“This is what I always wanted.
I’m waiting to sort the contract but when everything is sorted you will have to ask (sporting director) Richard Hughes what I said to him in September, November and he’s going to say something to make everyone quiet.“Yes [it’s taken a long time] but this is a negotiation. With Virgil van Dijk and Mo Salah last season it was exactly the same, I think they signed the contract in April and this is maybe how the club want it.” Bournemouth Marcos Senesi premier league