Liverpool faces competition for Nico Schlotterbeck amid Konate's departure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Ibrahima Konate has left Liverpool, prompting the club to seek a new center-back ahead of the 2026-27 season. Nico Schlotterbeck is a target, but Real Madrid is reportedly preparing to make an offer for the Borussia Dortmund defender. Schlotterbeck's recent contract extension includes a release clause, potentially allowing a transfer for a fee between 50 and 60 million euros. Liverpool has been urged to act quickly to secure Schlotterbeck before he is signed by another club.
- •Konate has exited Liverpool, increasing the need for a new center-back.
- •Real Madrid is planning to offer for Nico Schlotterbeck soon.
- •Schlotterbeck has a release clause in his Dortmund contract.
- •His transfer fee is expected to be between 50 and 60 million euros.
- •Schlotterbeck has performed well in the Bundesliga and Champions League.
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"Ibrahima Konate has already packed his bags and exited Anfield. The Frenchman's future has been up in the air for the last couple of seasons with both Liverpool and the centre-back expecting him to ex...
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