Overview

• Talks between Liverpool and Ibrahima Konaté’s camp are active but no agreement is close, according to David Ornstein.
• French outlet L’Équipe, via Football España, reports a new Liverpool proposal is on the table with several elements still to be settled.
• Real Madrid remain in contact with Konaté’s agents yet have not made a formal offer, consistent with their late-stage recruitment approach.
• Liverpool do not plan to accept offers in January, with reports citing a shortage of defensive cover as a key factor in their stance.
• Konaté is in the final year of his deal and can sign a pre-contract with foreign clubs from January, while a recent dip in form has drawn scrutiny from fans.