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Liverpool has to worry about betrayal again. Even before the pain of losing Trent Alexander-Arnold is gone, he could leave for key defender Ibrahima Konathemer Real Madrid.
Spain's Marca said on the 9th (Korea time) "Liverpool central defender Conate will be out of contract in June 2026, and Real Madrid is interested in him."Liverpool offered Konate to renew his contract three times, but Konate's answer was always to refuse to renew his contract."," he reported.
There is a high probability that Real Madrid will bring Conate. Arsenal's William Saliba is another target, but his contract is due in June 2027. There is one more year left than Conate.
"Conate knows that Real Madrid have shown interest in him, and that interest will lead to an official and definite proposal when the time comes," the media said. "Conate is relaxed. The same was true when Real Madrid actually considered trying to recruit him in the summer transfer market but did not put it into action. Liverpool once again offered to re-sign, but Conate refused" he explained.
Liverpool are said to be accepting his transfer as a given. In fact, Liverpool is strengthening its defense in preparation for Conate's departure.
"The next few months are expected to be a decisive time regarding Conate's future and his trip to Real Madrid," the media said. "Conate himself watched Trent Alexander-Arnold leave the club in person. "
Alexander-Arnold left for Real Madrid without looking back. Upon arrival, he spoke fluent Spanish and angered Liverpool fans.
For now, Conate is also likely to leave the team, similar to Alexander-Arnold. If he leaves as a free agent, Liverpool will not receive a single penny of transfer fees and lose an ace defender.
Liverpool have the task of bringing in a big central defender in the transfer window next winter. In addition, the decline in skills of starting central defender Virgil van Dijk should be considered. It is safe to say that Van Dijk, 34, is actually about to retire. If the central defender is not replaced smoothly, Liverpool could have difficulty competing for the championship right away from next season.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.