Real Madrid Plot 2026 Hijacking of PSG Transfer Target Amid Uncertain Future at Liverpool | OneFootball

PSG are reportedly targeting Ibrahima Konaté, but they’ll face competition from Real Madrid in the race for the Liverpool defender. With his contract set to expire in 2026, speculation around a summer move continues to grow.

Milan Skriniar, who is currently on loan at Fenerbahçe, is expected to leave PSG for good this summer. That departure has prompted the club to start identifying options to reinforce the defense. While nothing is close to being finalized, PSG appear to be preparing for life without Skriniar.

Back in February, Anfield Watch reported that PSG had serious interest in Konaté, adding fuel to the transfer talk. A Paris native, Konaté came up through the ranks at Paris FC before making a name for himself at RB Leipzig. He’s reportedly a top target as PSG consider a move for the hometown talent.

Real Madrid ready to ramp up efforts for PSG target in 2026

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MARCA reports that Real Madrid are still targeting players whose contracts expire next season, with Konaté at the top of their wishlist for the summer of 2026.

L’Équipe reported that PSG are keeping an eye on Konaté as they search for a right-sided center back. The Liverpool defender’s name had surfaced frequently a few months ago, but so far, no offer has been submitted to the Premier League club.