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Premier League club enquired about Ibrahima Konate ahead of Liverpool exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Premier League club enquired about Ibrahima Konate ahead of Liverpool exit

Summary

Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool as a free agent, with discussions already underway from a Premier League club. Sources indicate that Chelsea has made a gentle enquiry into his availability as his contract winds down. Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League is also interested in the defender. Liverpool faces a significant decision regarding their center-back options moving forward, with potential replacements like Jeremy Jacquet. Details about the future of Konate remain to be seen as he prepares to leave Anfield.

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By the Numbers

•Ibrahima Konate becoming a free agent imminently.
•Chelsea has made an inquiry into Konate's situation.
•Al-Ittihad is also targeting the defender's services.
•Liverpool may need to restructure their defensive lineup.
•Konate's exit would follow multiple former Reds to Chelsea.

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9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Enquiry made: Premier League club eyeing Ibrahima Konate on free transfer after Liverpool exit

What they're saying

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One of Liverpool’s Premier League rivals has reportedly enquired about Ibrahima Konate, who’s set to become a free agent imminently.It was confirmed in recent days that the 27-year-old is to leave...
— Yahoo Sports

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