Real Madrid are on a mission to fix their defense in the current transfer window. They have already signed young Spanish defender Dean Hussen. They have also brought in Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool. Los Blancos have also signed Carreras from Porto. Madrid could sign another defender before the transfer window closes.
The defender that Real is targeting has been rumored before. He is Liverpool’s central defender Ibrahim Konate. According to the news outlet Mundo Deportivo, Liverpool has asked for 35 million euros for him. However, Real are said to be not thinking about it yet. They are more willing to wait for Konate for now.
Liverpool only has a contract with Konate until the current season. He can join Real as a free agent next season. For this reason, the All Reds are trying to sell him by setting a price instead of letting him go for free. In addition, Liverpool has bought 18-year-old Italian defender Giovanni Leoni. That is why the team has no problem letting Konate go.
Eder Militao is at the heart of coach Xabi Alonso’s plans as a defender. However, the Brazilian defender is quite injury-prone. Real have experienced central defenders Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba. Los Blancos have also registered youngster Raul Asensio.
All in all, there is no shortage of defenders in Real’s squad at the moment. But last season, the Spanish giants were in danger due to injuries to Militao, Alaba, Carvajal, and Vazquez. Football analysts believe that the reason why Real could not win any title despite having stars like Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius was the injuries to the defenders.
FAQ
Why is Liverpool looking to sell Ibrahim Konate?
Liverpool wants to sell Konate to avoid losing him for free next season, as his contract runs only for the current season.
How much is Liverpool asking for Konate?
Liverpool has reportedly set a price of 35 million euros for the central defender.
Is Real Madrid interested in signing Konate immediately?
Real Madrid is reportedly not in a hurry and may prefer to wait, as Konate can join as a free agent next season.
What defenders does Real Madrid already have in their squad?
Real Madrid has Eder Militao, Antonio Rudiger, David Alaba, and young Raul Asensio, along with new signings like Dean Hussen, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Carreras.
Why might Real Madrid wait instead of buying Konate now?
Real may prefer to avoid paying the transfer fee, especially since Konate can join for free next season, and they already have adequate defensive options.