PSG’s push to bring Ibrahima Konate back to Paris may not end as they hoped. The Ligue 1 champions have reportedly made the Liverpool defender a priority signing.
Konate, a Paris native and childhood PSG fan, is out of contract at Anfield in 2026, with Luis Enrique's UEFA Champions League holders prepared to wait for a free transfer, according to Sports Zone.
Liverpool have offered Konate a new deal, but rejected terms as per The Guardian, as the 26-year-old is unhappy with the salary structure put forward.
The Premier League champions want to keep Konate on Merseyside but Arne Slot is refusing to meet his present wage demands.
This contract stand-off has alerted top clubs across Europe, who see a rare opportunity to sign an elite defender, as Liverpool hold firm on their position.
Liverpool are fearful of another Trent Alexander-Arnold situation - after initial talks with Konate stalled - but they restarted negotiations in April with no agreement in place.
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The France international has now reportedly made clear he wants a new challenge after five years at Anfield.
Ibrahima Konate prefers La Liga move over PSG
According to French outlet Foot Mercato, while PSG remain in the race to sign him, Konate’s preference lies firmly with joining Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid.
This latest update is a blow for PSG, as Luis Enrique looks for a long-term replacement to step into Marquinhos' boots in future years in Paris, and he could now look elsewhere.
Willian Pacho impressed at the heart of PSG's defence on route to their UCL title win and he could be handed an increased role next season.
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