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Ibrahima Konate negotiating transfer to Real Madrid after leaving Liverpool

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:40 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Ibrahima Konate negotiating transfer to Real Madrid after leaving Liverpool

Summary

Ibrahima Konate is in negotiations to join Real Madrid after announcing his departure from Liverpool. His exit comes amid a challenging period for Liverpool, who face significant gaps in their squad with key players also leaving for free. Liverpool's leadership search continues after Arne Slot's exit, complicating their summer transfer plans. With the loss of multiple core players, the club will need to make substantial investments to bolster the team ahead of the 2026-27 season.

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By the Numbers

•Ibrahima Konate has left Liverpool and is close to signing with Real Madrid.
•Liverpool's search for a new head coach is ongoing after Arne Slot's departure.
•The club is expected to spend significantly this summer to rebuild the squad.
•Liverpool has lost key players like Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson for free.
•Konate had been a notable figure for the French national team.

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6:40 PMYahoo Sports — 'Outstanding' Liverpool ace negotiating switch to Champions League rivals

What they're saying

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Now that Arne Slot is gone, Liverpool's main objective will be to figure out who his successor is going to be. At the moment, it feels nailed on that Andoni Iraola will be their head coach by the star...
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