Ibrahima Konate nearing move to Real Madrid from Liverpool
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Ibrahima Konate is reportedly on the verge of joining Real Madrid from Liverpool. Following significant changes at Liverpool, including the departure of head coach Arne Slot, contract negotiations for Konate stalled unexpectedly. Real Madrid emerged as a prospective destination after previously ruling themselves out. With presidential elections approaching on June 7, Konate's move may be solidified if Florentino Perez wins. A journalist has claimed that Konate's signing is contingent on Perez's victory.
- •Konate has been negotiating a contract since November 2023.
- •Liverpool's head coach Arne Slot has left the club.
- •Real Madrid will hold presidential elections on June 7.
- •Journalist claims Konate will sign if Perez wins.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Ibrahima Konate one step away from joining Real Madrid in bombshell deal
"It’s been a weekend of massive change at Liverpool. The Premier League title-winning head coach Arne Slot has left the club having failed to survive his end-of-season review.Ibrahima Konate is leavi...
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