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| Ibrahima Konate Real Madrid transfer |
As per the report, Los Blancos are eyeing Konaté as their next big-name free signing, following a proven strategy that previously brought David Alaba, Antonio Rudiger, and Kylian Mbappe to the Santiago Bernabeu for zero transfer fees.
🔍 Contract Uncertainty Opens Door for Real Madrid Swoop
While Liverpool have secured extensions for key stars Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, no new offer has reportedly been tabled for Konaté. If the club fails to act before next summer, Madrid are ready to swoop in and capitalize.
Real Madrid’s interest comes amid a broader rebuild of their defensive line. The club recently signed Trent Alexander-Arnold in a cut-price deal before his contract expired, and could look to repeat the trick with Konaté if he enters the final six months of his contract.
🧱 Konaté’s Role in Liverpool’s Recent Success
The 26-year-old French international has been instrumental in Liverpool’s Premier League-winning campaign under Arne Slot, playing 45 games across all competitions with 2 goals and 2 assists. He has formed a solid defensive partnership with Van Dijk and has racked up 132 appearances in red, along with five goals and four assists since joining from RB Leipzig.
📝 Real Madrid’s Smart Free-Agent Strategy
Real Madrid’s interest in Konaté aligns with their cost-effective transfer strategy:
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David Alaba (2021) – Free from Bayern Munich
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Antonio Rudiger (2022) – Free from Chelsea
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Kylian Mbappe (2024) – Free from PSG
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Trent Alexander-Arnold (2025) – Cut-price early exit from Liverpool
This approach allows the club to sign elite-level talent while saving on transfer fees—giving them flexibility to offer competitive wages and signing bonuses.
❌ No Deal Yet for Benfica’s Alvaro Carreras
Meanwhile, Benfica president Rui Costa confirmed that there is no agreement yet between Benfica and Real Madrid for Alvaro Carreras, despite reports of personal terms being agreed.
"There were bids for the player. We didn’t reach any agreement with Real Madrid," Costa told Football Transfers.
Carreras is set to play in the Club World Cup before any final decision is made. He remains focused on performance, with Benfica holding firm on their valuation.
✅ Madrid's 2025 Summer Transfer Business So Far:
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Trent Alexander-Arnold – From Liverpool
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Dean Huijsen – From AFC Bournemouth
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Franco Mastantuono – From River Plate
