Liverpool left 'frustrated' by contract talks and set deadline amid shock Chelsea and Man City interest

Liverpool are facing an increasingly tense situation surrounding Ibrahima Konate as uncertainty over his future continues to drag on deep into the season.

With the summer transfer window fast approaching, the Reds had hoped to have secured clarity by now, but instead find themselves still waiting on a decisive response from one of their most important defenders.

That delay has opened the door to rival interest, and with a firm internal deadline looming, the coming weeks could prove pivotal in determining whether Konate remains at Anfield or departs.

What is the latest update on Ibrahima Konate future at Liverpool?

Per TEAMtalk, the Reds are growing 'frustrated' at the lack of progress in contract talks with Ibrahima Konate, despite presenting what they believe is their most lucrative offer yet.

The club had internally set a deadline around Easter to receive a clear answer from the centre-back, keen to avoid uncertainty heading into the final stretch of the campaign and the summer window. However, that deadline is now fast approaching with no definitive response.

Konate’s camp are continuing to assess options across Europe, carrying out due diligence on potential moves before committing his long-term future. With his current deal set to expire this summer, Liverpool are increasingly aware that time is not on their side.

Chelsea and Man City register shock interest in Ibrahima Konate

The delay has alerted several top clubs, with Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester City emerging as surprise contenders for his signature.

While neither club is believed to have matched Liverpool’s current offer, exploratory talks have taken place as they weigh up a potential move for the France international.

Interest is not limited to England either, as European heavyweights including Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich are all monitoring the situation, while Inter Milan are understood to have already submitted a serious proposal.

Will Ibrahima Konate leave Liverpool?

As things stand, the signs are not especially encouraging for Liverpool.

The fact that it is already April without a resolution suggests Ibrahima Konate is giving serious consideration to a move away, particularly with so many elite clubs circling.

However, if he does leave, a switch abroad feels more likely than staying in the Premier League.

The Reds' direct rivals would not only need to match the financial package on offer but also convince Konate to strengthen a domestic competitor, something that is rarely straightforward.

Unless there is a late breakthrough in talks, this situation increasingly feels like one that could end with a high-profile summer exit.