He firmly clarified that all the rumors being spread on social media were entirely false.He stressed that he never made any demands or ultimatums to the club. Instead, it was the club that approached him with a contract offer, to which he simply responded — a normal part of negotiation. Beyond that exchange, the narrative that he intended to wait until the end of his contract or was deliberately stalling was completely fabricated.
Konaté also reflected on earlier reports from November, which falsely suggested that he was on the verge of signing a new deal. He admitted feeling surprised and even slightly irritated by those claims, joking that the journalists seemed to have “more information than him,” because no such agreement was ever close at that time. He expressed concern that these persistent rumors might mislead fans into thinking he was unwilling to commit to the club — a sentiment he says is far from the truth. Still, he acknowledged the uncertainty of the situation, concluding with, “We will see what happens,” hinting that his future was — and perhaps still is — undecided. — ### My Take — Will Ibou Stay or Go? This statement feels like a player trying to clear the air but keep his options open. He’s making it clear that the relationship with the club isn’t broken — negotiations have happened — but also signaling that nothing is finalized. His tone suggests frustration with false narratives but not frustration with the club itself. So, will he stay or go? If Liverpool shows him he’s a key part of the future—both financially and in terms of his role—I believe he stays. But if there’s uncertainty about his role, or if the club doesn’t meet his expectations, a move is absolutely on the table. Given the modern transfer market, nothing is ever 100% certain. If I had to predict, I’d say it leans slightly towards staying, unless a major club comes knocking with a compelling offer and Liverpool isn’t fully committed to matching it.
