Overview

• Negotiations have dragged on without a breakthrough, with reports saying Ibrahima Konaté wants to push beyond £200,000 per week versus an estimated current £140,000 per week.
• Spanish coverage reports Real Madrid are positioning for a defensive refresh and see an opportunity if Liverpool fail to extend the 26-year-old.
• Arne Slot confirmed a new injury after the Chelsea match, and Le Parisien reported Konaté missed France training this week because of the issue.
• Liverpool remain quietly confident about a renewal, yet foreign clubs will be allowed to open pre-contract talks from January 1, 2026.
• Planning continues in parallel, with Liverpool exploring centre-back options such as a near-deal for Marc Guéhi that fell through late in the summer window.