PSG Get Boost as Liverpool Target Replacements for Real Madrid Target

The latest information on Konaté comes from CaughtOffside, which reports, citing sources close to the agent industry, that PSG are long-time admirers of Konaté, viewing him as a natural successor to Marquinhos.

Meanwhile, the outlet mentions that Real Madrid have placed him on their defensive shortlist for 2026 as they look to refresh their backline.

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Liverpool’s defensive rebuild is already behind schedule, and Konaté’s uncertain future might prompt the club to act more quickly. The club has three potential targets to replace him: Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes, Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, and Nico Schlotterbeck from Borussia Dortmund.

Nonetheless, the report does mention, citing sources close to the club, that there is no immediate panic from Liverpool, but the upcoming months will be decisive for the defender’s future.