Konate linked with Anfield exit
We've seen reports that Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are interested in signing the Frenchman on a free transfer at the end of the season.
And the stopper will be free to discuss terms with potentially interested foreign teams in January. It means Liverpool are running out of time to tie his defensive support – to the contract offer that currently lies before him.
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According to Fabrizio Romano, the club has extended Konate's deal, contradicting the player's claims that no such offer had been made.
Romano confirms contract offer
But the Italian transfer leader said Liverpool are waiting for a response from Konate to his latest offer.
“Look for Konate. We can say that Liverpool and Konate's agents remain in direct contact,” Romano. tells audience for his podcast Here We Go.
“So the conversation continues.
“Liverpool made an offer to Konate. So, there is an offer on the table to extend the contract, essentially sign a new agreement with Liverpool.”
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“Talks are ongoing. Now Konate has to decide whether he wants to continue with the club or whether he wants to start a new chapter and maybe leave England and try something different.”
“We're definitely aware of Real Madrid's interest. Real Madrid are still interested in Konate, but Liverpool have put their offer on the table. So now the player has to decide what he wants to do.”
