Liverpool could soon receive clarity on the future of defender Ibrahima Konate, with journalist Ben Jacobs reporting that a decision is expected imminently regarding the Frenchman’s contract situation.
Jacobs posted on X that Konate featured in Liverpool’s lineup for the final match of the season, raising questions about whether it could be his last appearance for the club.
The journalist noted that both Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson started what has been described as their final game for Liverpool, adding further weight to the significance of the occasion.
Jacobs wrote: “Mo Salah and Andy Robertson both start in their final game for Liverpool. Ibrahima Konate also in the XI. Clarity over his future expected imminently.”
No update has yet emerged on whether Konate will sign a new deal at Anfield or depart as a free agent when his current contract expires this summer.
Konate is 26 years old and has established himself as an important member of Liverpool’s defensive unit, despite not always performing at his peak level throughout this campaign.
Losing a centre-back of his profile on a free transfer would represent a significant blow for Liverpool, who already face questions about their defensive depth heading into the next season.
Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix has emerged as a name to watch, with French outlet RMC Sport reporting that his final Premier League appearance for the club came on the final day of the season.
RMC Sport described a transfer away from Crystal Palace as “scheduled” for Lacroix this summer, and the Daily Mail has previously linked the defender with a move to Liverpool.
Should Konate depart Anfield, Liverpool may look to Lacroix as a potential replacement, though no formal agreement between any of the parties involved has been confirmed at this stage.
Liverpool endured a difficult campaign by their own standards, and reinforcing the backline this summer has been identified as a priority area for the club’s recruitment staff.
The situation surrounding Konate remains one of the more pressing issues for Liverpool to resolve as they turn their attention fully toward planning for the upcoming season.
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