France international Ibrahima Konate says he is close to reaching an agreement with Liverpool over a new contract. The 26-year-old defender stated there is a big chance he will remain at the club for the next season, according to Sky Sports. The centre-back joined the Merseyside club from RB Leipzig in 2021 and has established himself as a regular starter under the management of Arne Slot.
Liverpool currently sit top of the Premier League table with 77 points from 32 matches, according to the Premier League. Konate has made 24 league appearances during the current campaign, helping the defence maintain the best record in the division. His existing deal was previously reported to run until June 2026, per The Athletic.
The player expressed his desire to continue his career at Anfield during a recent interview. He noted that negotiations are progressing well and he feels settled in the squad. This development follows news of contract discussions involving other senior members of the first-team squad.
