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Ibrahima Konaté signs with Real Madrid on five-year deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:21 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Ibrahima Konaté signs with Real Madrid on five-year deal

Summary

Ibrahima Konaté has signed with Real Madrid, extending until 2030. The move, confirmed by RMC Sport, fulfills a campaign promise from Florentino Pérez's re-election bid. The 27-year-old defender aims to strengthen a Madrid defense that has struggled in recent seasons. An official announcement is expected within 24 hours.

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•Ibrahima Konaté has signed a contract with Real Madrid until 2030.
•The signing aims to improve Madrid's recent defensive challenges.
•Florentino Pérez promoted the acquisition as part of his re-election campaign.
•Official announcement anticipated within the next 24 hours.
•Konaté previously played for Liverpool.

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9:21 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 France star signs for Real Madrid (media)

What they're saying

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It’s a done deal!This time, it’s all wrapped up! Put forward as a campaign promise for his re-election, Florentino Pérez has secured the signing of Ibrahima Konaté.According to information from ...
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