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Ibrahima Konate
Born: May 25, 1999
Height: 6' 3.5" (192cm)
Hometown: Paris, France
Nationality: 
French
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FrenchPosition: Defender
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2017-2021 | RB Leipzig |
| 2021- | Liverpool | |
Sports Mole has 1,524 articles about Ibrahima Konate. Articles 1 to 40:
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Andoni Iraola sends clear message to FSG with transfer admission in first Liverpool press conference
Liverpool’s summer rebuild continues as Andoni Iraola insists more signings are essential, with major gaps in attack, defence and midfield before the new 2026/27 campaign.12:50
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France vs. Spain: 'We don't have to fear anyone' — Ibrahima Konate and Les Bleus hit back at Lamine Yamal's taunts
The 2026 World Cup semi-final between France and Spain on Tuesday has already generated needle before a ball has been kicked in Dallas, with France's players moving swiftly to counter a pointed provocation from Lamine Yamal.09:40
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Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos mean business this summer with four standout deals already completed
Real Madrid confirm the signing of experienced defender Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan, with the Dutchman penning a four-year deal at Bernabeu.Jul 6, 12:00
Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho’s third signing confirmed - and three more players could still join this summer
Real Madrid announce the signing of defender Ibrahima Konate on a four-year contract, and Jose Mourinho could still sign three more players this summer.Jun 18, 13:10
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Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho 'keen' on £60m deal as Real Madrid plan busy window
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho identifies Sporting Lisbon's Goncalo Inacio as a potential target during this summer's transfer window, according to a report.Jun 17, 09:54
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Liverpool transfer news: Reds 'seriously considering' move for Tottenham-linked defender
Liverpool are reportedly seriously considering move for Joel Ordonez, who is also wanted by Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur.Jun 13, 17:16
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Liverpool transfer news: Andoni Iraola scouts £1.3m World Cup 'revelation' who could replace Joe Gomez
Liverpool are reportedly among several clubs scouting a World Cup 'revelation' who could replace Joe Gomez at Anfield.Jun 13, 07:17
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Liverpool transfer news: £55m 'sensation' tops Andoni Iraola shortlist to replace Ibrahima Konate
Liverpool target Sporting CP star Goncalo Inacio as Andoni Iraola seeks a left‑footed defender to replace Ibrahima Konate in a major summer rebuild.Jun 9, 06:56
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Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate decision justified as ridiculous Real Madrid wage 'revealed'
Ibrahima Konate's astronomical Real Madrid wage is revealed, and the numbers show that Liverpool made the right decision.Jun 7, 08:12
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Real Madrid transfer news: Florentino Perez 'confirms' three separate deals to Michael Olise bid amid Jose Mourinho problem
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez confirms that three deals have been completed that are separate to the club's plans to sign Michael Olise from Bayern Munich.Jun 5, 19:58
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Real Madrid will launch '£130m bid' for Bayern Munich star on one condition
Real Madrid reportedly eyeing a massive £130m move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise if Florentino Perez is re-elected as club president.Jun 5, 12:47
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Real Madrid transfer news: ‘Contact’ made with ‘very important’ Arsenal star as Jose Mourinho rebuild continues
Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing a 'very important' Arsenal player in the summer transfer window.Jun 4, 13:02
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Real Madrid 'seal' Ibrahima Konate as one of two defensive signings ahead of Jose Mourinho arrival
Real Madrid reportedly seal deals to sign Ibrahima Konate and one other defender amid the club's ongoing presidential election campaign.Jun 4, 01:05
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Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso warned of Ibrahima Konate regret after Real Madrid 'agreement'
Chelsea may regret not making a move for ex-Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate, who is a better fit for the Blues than Real Madrid, a World Cup winners tells Sports Mole.Jun 3, 14:02
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France lineup vs. Ivory Coast: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup warm-up fixture
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how France could line up for Thursday’s friendly against Ivory Coast ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Jun 2, 19:05
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Preview:France vs Ivory Coast - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's International Friendlies clash between France and Ivory Coast, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 2, 19:00
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Real Madrid transfer news: Ibrahima Konate reaches 'verbal agreement', contract details revealed
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate reportedly reaches a 'verbal agreement' with Real Madrid ahead of a transfer to the Bernabeu.Jun 2, 16:03
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Real Madrid transfer news: Mourinho's transfer manifesto revealed — six positions, no egos, Ibrahima Konate in the frame
Mourinho has submitted a transfer document to Real Madrid outlining six positions to strengthen, with Liverpool defender Konate among the names under consideration.Jun 2, 11:08
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Arsenal's William Saliba out for 'several weeks' after new injury blow: Can France replace him in World Cup squad?
Arsenal defender William Saliba is reportedly at risk of missing the entire World Cup after exacerbating an injury during the Champions League final.Jun 1, 14:25
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Liverpool transfer news: Ibrahima Konate 'proposals' submitted after contract breakdown, exit announcement
Ibrahima Konate reportedly receives early proposals from Saudi Pro League clubs following news of his imminent Liverpool exit.May 31, 22:58
Ibrahima Konate exit: Liverpool departure confirmed as 'saddened' defender's contract leads to major financial concern
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate confirms he will leave Anfield for free, but his exit raises serious question marks about the club's financial health.May 31, 18:23
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Chelsea transfer news: 'Final decision' made on Ibrahima Konate ahead of Frenchman's Liverpool exit
Chelsea reportedly make a final decision over whether they intend to make a formal approach for departing Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate.May 31, 10:20
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Liverpool transfer news: Serie A star 'targeted' as Ibrahima Konate replacement
Liverpool are allegedly targeting a Serie A star as their preferred replacement for Ibrahima Konate, who is preparing to leave Anfield.May 30, 09:18
Ibrahima Konate future: French defender to consider 'four possibilities' ahead of Liverpool exit
Ibrahima Konate reportedly would consider four possibilities as he is set to leave Liverpool on a free transfer in the summer window.May 29, 16:06
Liverpool transfer news: Ibrahima Konate enters 'concrete negotiations' with Chelsea, two other European giants
A Premier League giant are reportedly one of three clubs to enter 'concrete negotiations' for Ibrahima Konate, who is expected to leave Liverpool on a free transfer.May 29, 10:45
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Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot eyeing £50m summer reunion after shock Ibrahima Konate exit twist
Liverpool’s summer rebuild gathers pace as Ibrahima Konate edges towards a shock exit, with contract talks collapsing and the Reds assessing potential replacements, including former talent Jarell Quansah.May 29, 07:45
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Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot faces crisis as contract talks 'collapse' with key player
Liverpool suffer another devastating blow to their squad depth ahead of a massive summer of transition under underfire Arne Slot.May 29, 04:26
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Liverpool transfer news: Two 'major' reasons why £35m Arne Slot star could leave Premier League this summer
Two reasons why a Liverpool player could leave the club this summer are reportedly revealed, with rumours suggesting he could be one of several exits.May 14, 00:35
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Why Florian Wirtz and Ibrahima Konate missed Liverpool training as Arne Slot provides injury update
Liverpool manager Arne Slot explains why Florian Wirtz and Ibrahima Konate were missing from training on Wednesday ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Chelsea.May 8, 13:44
Liverpool lineup vs. Chelsea: Predicted XI for Premier League fixture after Florian Wirtz, Ibrahima Konate updates
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Liverpool could line up for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Chelsea at Anfield.May 7, 07:40
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Preview:Liverpool vs Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 7, 07:30
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Liverpool transfer news: Reds could 'hijack' Tottenham's swoop for Premier League defender
Liverpool could reportedly make an effort to hijack Tottenham Hotspur's proposed deal for Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi.May 5, 23:50
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Chelsea 'step up interest' to sign £35m Liverpool-linked defender
Chelsea reportedly battle Liverpool in the race to sign Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez in the summer transfer window.May 4, 17:30
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Liverpool transfer news: Five players who could leave the Reds for free this summer
Liverpool are preparing to lose up to five first-team players on free transfers at the end of the 2025-26 season.Apr 30, 17:07
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Liverpool eye move for £30m Napoli defender as Arne Slot makes his 'feelings clear' internally
Liverpool are reportedly showing keen interest in signing Napoli defender Sam Beukema who is highly regarded by Arne Slot.Apr 28, 19:34
Liverpool transfer news: Ibrahima Konate drops huge contract update after Real Madrid blow
Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate drops a huge contract update after Real Madrid reportedly dropped their interest in signing the 26-year-old.Apr 20, 12:54
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Everton vs. Liverpool: Five most memorable Merseyside derbies at Goodison Park
Sports Mole picks out some of the best contests between Everton and Liverpool at Goodison Park.Apr 18, 13:46
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Liverpool transfer news: Tottenham in 'pole position' to sign Reds defender in the summer under one key condition
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly in pole position to sign Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson for free but under one key condition.Apr 11, 06:52
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Liverpool contract news: Negotiations advancing well as Reds 'close' to reaching full agreement with defender
Liverpool are reportedly close to reaching full agreement with Ibrahima Konate after Real Madrid stopped talks in November.Apr 9, 19:21
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Liverpool contract news: Reds on the verge of reaching 'agreement' with defender
Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of reaching a new contract agreement with French defender Ibrahima Konate.Apr 6, 18:38
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