Ibrahima Konaté, the Liverpool defender whose contract expires in June 2026, has rejected two contract renewal offers from Liverpool and is determined to join Real Madrid. Despite interest from PSG and Al Hilal, Konaté has made it clear through intermediaries that Real Madrid is his preferred destination. Liverpool is reportedly demanding a transfer fee of around €50 million (approximately £45 million) if he is to be sold this summer, but Real Madrid is only willing to offer between €20 million and €25 million. The Spanish club prefers to sign Konaté as a free agent in 2026, similar to their previous acquisition of Trent Alexander-Arnold, but could consider a summer move if Liverpool lowers their asking price or sells another defender. Negotiations between Konaté and Liverpool for a contract extension are currently blocked, and Liverpool is increasingly concerned about losing him for free next summer. Konaté has also reportedly rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia, reinforcing his preference for Real Madrid. Real Madrid is actively working on a deal to secure Konaté's services, either this summer or next year, with the player viewing Real Madrid as the ideal club for his career development.