Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has been linked with a move to Real Madrid. The France international is one of the most promising defenders in Europe.
He impressed with his performances at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, playing a key role in France’s run to the final. Konate has played five games in Qatar, averaging three tackles, 1.4 interceptions and 2.8 clearances per 90.
According to Media Foot, Real Madrid could be plotting a move to sign Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate.
Carlo Ancelotti is believed to be a big fan of the Frenchman and could make an effort to sign him in the future. However, the Reds are unlikely to consider offers for him given that both Virgil van Dijk and Joel Matip are in the decline of their respective careers.
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Liverpool signed Ibrahima Konate for £35m from RB Leipzig during the summer 2021 window. He has made 34 appearances (in all competitions) for the Reds so far, registering three goals and one assist. The France international helped the Reds win the FA Cup, EFL Cup and the FA Community Shield last season.
His performances at the 2022 FIFA World Cup also drew praise from Liverpool teammate Joel Matip. He said, “Konate is so young and he already has so much quality. He has demonstrated again with the selection. He has shown the class that he has, sure of himself, likeable and a very kind person.
Especially [at] At this age, it’s amazing what he can do. He is strong in challenges, in the air, on the ground, the rhythm, [he’s] comfortable with the ball, it’s all you need.”
Liverpool interested in Matheus Nunes
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According to the Telegraph, Liverpool are exploring the possibility of signing Matheus Nunes at the end of the season. The Portuguese international was also linked with a move to Merseyside before his switch to Wolverhampton Wanderers from Benfica last summer.
Nunes joined the central England outfit for a transfer fee of £38 million. However, he has had a hard time fully adjusting at Molineux Stadium. The Portuguese international has played 16 games (in all competitions) for Wolves so far, recording one assist.
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Much of their troubles could be attributed to the change in management at Molineux Stadium. Wolves have appointed Julen Lopetegui as their new manager after sacking Bruno Lage in November. However, Nunes is a talented player and could prove to be a decent signing for the Reds.
