Ibrahima Konaté Delays Liverpool Contract Decision Despite Offer

The defender, who has been pivotal for Liverpool this season, confirmed ongoing discussions while playing through injury to support the team.

Ibrahima Konaté has yet to sign a new contract with Liverpool, despite having 18 months left on his current deal and confirming the club has made an offer.
Liverpool reportedly initiated early negotiations to avoid situations similar to those of Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, who are nearing the end of their contracts.
Konaté has expressed uncertainty about the timing of a decision, stating he is focused on the present and not ready to discuss his long-term future yet.
The French international has been playing through knee pain with the aid of painkillers, returning early from injury to cover for teammate Joe Gomez's absence.
Konaté and Virgil van Dijk have formed a strong defensive partnership this season, which the 25-year-old believes is the best in Europe, while he aspires to surpass Van Dijk's level of play in the future.