"I mean, the upside is we're not hearing any big links to anyone yet in terms of moves for him and Liverpool are in talks as I understand it and that is corroborated on both sides of the deal by the way - that's Liverpool and the player's camp. So, you know, we know that it's not over yet, but I would love to hear some positive breakthrough news about that because he's you know, he's just an absolutely massive player."
"With so few options at centre-back, losing an experienced player like the 26-year-old would be a major blow for Liverpool. Jeremy Jacquet will arrive in the summer, but he is only 20 and has never featured in the Premier League, while 19-year-old Giovanni Leoni played just once before getting injured in August."
Ibrahima Konate, Liverpool's 26-year-old centre-back, becomes a free agent at the end of June and can sign pre-contract agreements with foreign clubs. Inter Milan has shown interest in acquiring him. Liverpool is actively in talks with Konate's camp to secure a new contract, with both sides engaged in negotiations. Losing an experienced defender would significantly impact Liverpool, as their centre-back options are limited. Jeremy Jacquet, arriving in summer, is only 20 and lacks Premier League experience, while 19-year-old Giovanni Leoni has minimal playing time. Virgil van Dijk publicly urged Konate to remain at the club. Beyond Konate, Liverpool faces potential departures of four other players by June 2026, including Andy Robertson and academy prospects.
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