Overview

• The France international is in the final year of his Liverpool contract to 2026, and efforts to agree an extension have stalled.
• Real Madrid are exploring a possible free transfer next summer, with Spanish reports alleging a preliminary understanding, while Fabrizio Romano describes the stance as genuine interest only.
• Reports indicate Liverpool do not plan to sell in January and aim to use the season to pursue a new agreement with the defender.
• Arne Slot said Liverpool were close to signing Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi before the deal collapsed on deadline day, leaving Konaté as the likely starter alongside Virgil van Dijk.
• Foreign clubs can begin pre-contract talks in January 2026 under Bosman rules, adding time pressure to Liverpool’s attempts to renew.