Paris Saint-Germain willing to buy Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate
Paris Saint-Germain are eyeing a summer move for Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate. With his contract at Anfield running until the summer of 2026, it remains to be seen whether the Merseyside club will entertain offers for their talented centre-back.
According to ESPN, PSG have identified Konate as a top target as they look to strengthen their defensive line. The French club is in search of a reliable centre-back to partner with their captain, Marquinhos, and believe Konate could be the ideal fit. The 25-year-old French international has proven his capabilities at both club and international levels, making him an attractive prospect for the Ligue 1 champions.
Konate joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2021 and has since established himself as a key figure in Jurgen Klopp’s squad. Known for his strong defensive abilities, aerial presence, and composure on the ball, he has featured in 117 matches for the Reds, scoring five goals and providing four assists. His performances have also earned him international recognition, with 21 appearances for the French national team.
Reports suggest that Konate is open to the idea of joining PSG, which could facilitate negotiations between the two clubs. A move to the French capital would not only see him return to his homeland but also offer him the opportunity to compete for domestic and European titles in a different environment.
However, it remains unclear how much Liverpool would demand for the centre-back should they decide to part ways. Given his contract status, the Premier League giants are under no pressure to sell, and they may demand a substantial transfer fee to consider any offers. Moreover, with Virgil van Dijk aging and the Reds looking to maintain defensive solidity, they may be reluctant to let go of one of their key defenders.
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PSG’s interest in defensive reinforcements comes as they aim to build a squad capable of dominating both domestically and in the UEFA Champions League. While Marquinhos remains their defensive leader, the club has struggled with consistency at the back.
Acquiring Konate would provide PSG with a physically imposing and technically skilled defender who can complement Marquinhos and help solidify their backline. The coming months will determine whether Liverpool are willing to negotiate and if PSG can meet their financial demands.
With PSG eager to bolster their defense and Konate reportedly open to the move, this transfer saga is one to watch in the upcoming summer window. Whether Liverpool will agree to part ways with the French defender remains uncertain, but if the Parisian club makes a compelling offer, the deal could become one of the highlights of the transfer market.
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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.
