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Real Madrid Set to Sign Konaté Free in 2026

6/2/2026

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Konaté Joins Real

Real Madrid will sign France defender Ibrahima Konaté on a free transfer after his Liverpool contract ends in June 2026.
Konaté confirmed he will leave Liverpool after 183 appearances, seven goals and a Premier League, FA Cup and two League Cups.
The four-year verbal agreement depends on club president Florentino Pérez being re-elected on June 7, 2026.
Konaté has paused talks with Saudi clubs and other Premier League suitors.

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Konaté Bids Farewell

Konaté posted a farewell message on Instagram thanking Liverpool supporters as he prepares to leave.
He recalled arriving five years ago as a young player with big dreams.
He said representing Liverpool was an honour, citing trophies, challenges, lifelong friendships, and both highs and lows.
He noted that losing his brother Diogo was the most painful moment of his career.

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Konaté Joins Real

Real Madrid will sign France defender Ibrahima Konaté on a free transfer after his Liverpool contract ends in June 2026.
Konaté confirmed he will leave Liverpool after 183 appearances, seven goals and a Premier League, FA Cup and two League Cups.
The four-year verbal agreement depends on club president Florentino Pérez being re-elected on June 7, 2026.
Konaté has paused talks with Saudi clubs and other Premier League suitors.

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