Overview

• Defensa Central, relayed by OneFootball and Football365, reports Real Madrid have “more or less secured” Konaté on a free for 2026 and Nico Paz from Como for around €10 million.
• The reported moves still require Xabi Alonso’s approval as he evaluates needs in his first months in charge.
• A separate update via The Athletic says Konaté’s agents have told intermediaries the player has not made a final decision.
• Konaté is in the final year of his Liverpool deal and can sign a pre-contract with foreign clubs from January if he does not extend.
• Madrid continue to rate Konaté highly despite an early-season dip in form, with reporting suggesting stronger confidence in completing the Paz deal.