The Digest:
Real Madrid have officially ended their pursuit of Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté, notifying the Reds that they will not proceed with a potential transfer. The decision concludes months of speculation around the French international, who remains in contract talks with Liverpool as the club seeks to secure his long-term future at Anfield.
Key Points:
- Real Madrid informed Liverpool that they have withdrawn from the race to sign Konaté.
- The French defender had been on Real’s defensive shortlist for future seasons.
- Liverpool has offered Konaté a new contract, with discussions still ongoing.
- The 26-year-old has not yet made a final decision on his Anfield future.
- Konaté joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2021.
- Real Madrid recently signed Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer.
- The Spanish club’s withdrawal strengthens Liverpool’s position in renewal talks.
Sources: The Athletic
