Ibrahima Konate has opened up about the changes between last season and this one, with Liverpool looking more defensively secure under Arne Slot's style of play.

Ibrahima Konate has explained how Arne Slot has left him less “exposed” in defence, with a big change in the use of Trent Alexander-Arnold in particular. Konate’s longevity has been a clear project for Slot and his staff since taking over at Liverpool, which by and large has paid off.

Real Madrid are interested in signing Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool in the summer of 2025 with Paris Saint-Germain also keen.

In their recent 4-1 thrashing of Ipswich Town, Liverpool showcased not just their attacking prowess but also a defensive solidity that has been the backbone of their success under the guidance of Arne Slot.

Ibrahima Konate has offered his thoughts on Mohamed Salah's incredible season so far and his centre-back partnership with Virgil van Dijk at Liverpool

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté is still to sign an Anfield contract extension despite being offered a new deal.

Ibrahima Konate has been a key figure for Liverpool under Arne Slot, with the defender saying the club are keen to extend his Anfield stay.

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Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate admits he still has ... as the likes of fellow defenders Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold and forward Mohamed Salah, who have all entered the final ...

Konate injured a knee in the victory over Real Madrid at the end of November but, when Gomez limped off against West Ham on December 29, Konate was put straight back in the starting line-up for the next match against Manchester United.

Real Madrid are claimed to have made an offer for Alexander-Arnold, while it remains unclear where Salah and Van Dijk will play their football next season. It is Liverpool ’s biggest problem heading into the second half of the Premier League campaign.

After confirming he had been offered a new contract, Konate was asked when he would be signing it. “This is another conversation,” he told a press conference ahead of the Champions League visit of Lille.