Konaté set to leave Liverpool as free agent

Ibrahima Konaté is set to leave Liverpool as a free agent after negotiations over a new contract broke down.

As reported by Fabrizio Romano on X on Friday, the France international will depart the club once his current deal expires, despite earlier optimism that an agreement had been reached in principle.

Talks had reportedly progressed well in recent months, with suggestions in April that a renewal was close, but no final deal has been agreed.

The development means Liverpool are now facing the prospect of losing one of their key central defenders without receiving a transfer fee, unless a late breakthrough is made in discussions.

The post read, “Ibrahima Konaté leaves Liverpool as a free agent, decision made. After advanced talks to stay with a fresh deal and confirmation from the player in April, Konaté leaves as no final agreement has been found. Negotiations over, as @TalkSport reports.

Konaté has been an important part of Liverpool’s defensive structure since joining the club, forming a strong partnership at the heart of the back line during domestic and European campaigns.

His physical presence, recovery pace and aerial ability have made him a key figure in the squad when fit.

Neither Liverpool nor the player’s representatives have officially commented on the reports, and the situation remains subject to formal confirmation.