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Ibrahima Konaté is set to enter the final year of his Liverpool contract, and with no new deal in place, growing links to PSG have created fresh doubts about his future at Anfield.

Moreover, PSG and Real Madrid are reportedly keeping a close watch on the situation and could make a move if negotiations fail to progress before the January transfer window.

A previous report from Foot Mercato revealed that Konaté has drawn interest from several major European clubs, including PSG, Real Madrid, and Barcelona. Despite the speculation during the summer, Liverpool decided to hold on to the French defender.

Real Madrid Ponder Decision to Pursue Liverpool Standout

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According to Fichajes, Real Madrid are considering making an offer as early as January to put pressure on Liverpool to part ways with Konaté. However, that approach comes with potential downsides — it could create a contract dispute or damage the club’s standing if Liverpool refuse to negotiate.

For now, Real Madrid are weighing their options carefully, aware that waiting until the summer would allow them to secure the defender on a free transfer. While that route makes more sense financially, it wouldn’t provide an immediate boost to the squad.

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There’s some uncertainty about Real Madrid’s interest in the French defender, as Fichajes also reported the club is now targeting Bayern Munich’s Dayot Upamecano instead.

The change seems tied to Konaté’s uneven performances this season, which have prevented him from hitting top form. With talk of Real Madrid’s interest in Konaté cooling, the club appears to be adjusting its transfer approach.