Real Madrid Are Eyeing A Move To Land This Liverpool Defender Next Summer: Good Choice For Alonso? | OneFootball

In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Real Madrid are eyeing a move to land Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate next summer. It has been stated that Los Blancos are eager to strengthen their defence by recruiting the France international at the end of next season.

Konate’s Decent Run Of Form In English Football

Konate enjoyed a solid campaign at the Merseyside club recently as he put in a series of impressive performances at the heart of Arne Slot’s backline. The French defensive ace made 42 appearances for Liverpool last season, scoring two goals and earning two assists on all fronts.

The 26-year-old was a rock at the back after he made 40 tackles, 29 blocks and 17 interceptions in the Premier League. He was even tidy when distributing possession from inside his half after completing 90.2% of his attempted passes in the top tier of English football (stats via fbref.com).

His current contract at Anfield will run out at the end of next season, which could open the door for Los Blancos to sign him on a free transfer in 2026.

YOKOHAMA, JAPAN – JULY 30: Ibrahima Konate of Liverpool FC in action during the MEIJI YASUDA J.LEAGUE World Challenge 2025 presented by The Nippon Foundation match between Yokohama F•Marinos and Liverpool at Nissan Stadium on July 30, 2025 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. (Photo by Kenta Harada/Getty Images)

Is Konate A Good Choice For Real Madrid Boss Xabi Alonso?

Konate loves a tackle and can read the danger well to earn the ball back for his team inside his half. He usually puts his foot through the ball when needed and can use his strong 1.94m frame to dominate the opposition attackers in the air.

The France international has been a consistent performer for Liverpool over the past few years. Thus, it is only logical for Los Blancos to try and lure him to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on a free transfer next summer.

At 26, Konate has his peak years ahead of him, which makes him a great choice for Real Madrid to consider next summer. The Liverpool star would no doubt enhance the quality of Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso’s defence. He has what it takes to nail down a regular first-team spot at the Madrid club.

The French talent could even help the Madrid outfit compete for a lot of major trophies in the future. Furthermore, he would be available as a free agent, which makes him an affordable option for Los Blancos to pull off in 2026.