Liverpool Eye Late Transfer Deals as Konaté’s Future Remains Unclear
Liverpool’s summer transfer window business may not be over just yet, despite the clock ticking down with less than two weeks before deadline day. Manager Arne Slot and the club’s recruitment team are carefully monitoring the market, prepared to act quickly should the right opportunities arise.
The Reds have already strengthened their squad with reinforcements across attack, midfield, and defense, but sources suggest the club is still keen on more additions. Top of Liverpool’s priority list are Newcastle striker Alexander Isak and Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi. Both players would represent high-profile signings, yet negotiations remain difficult, as neither selling club is eager to lose their star men. Still, Liverpool remain hopeful that late-window dynamics could create an opening for a major double swoop.
At the same time, Anfield is preparing for possible departures. Several players either do not feature prominently in Slot’s long-term plans or are unwilling to commit their futures to the club. Among them are Kostas Tsimikas, who is pushing for a move to secure more consistent playing time, and Ibrahima Konaté, whose situation has become one of the most talked-about uncertainties this summer.
The French defender is now in the final year of his Liverpool contract and has reportedly turned down an extension offer. His struggles in the opening match against Bournemouth, where he was physically beaten by Antoine Semenyo for the Cherries’ equaliser, have only added to the debate around his future. Reports claim Liverpool are ready to listen to offers in the region of £35 million, with several European giants watching closely.
Real Madrid have shown interest but prefer to wait until 2026 to secure Konaté on a free transfer, a strategy similar to their pursuit of Trent Alexander-Arnold. Barcelona have also been linked but are yet to make any formal approach. This uncertainty has heightened Liverpool’s urgency in pursuing Guehi, who could step in as a long-term replacement at the heart of defense.
As the transfer window enters its dramatic final phase, Liverpool are expected to remain one of the most active clubs in the Premier League. The coming days could see a balance of big-money arrivals and significant exits, shaping the squad for Arne Slot’s debut season in charge and potentially defining the club’s ambitions for the campaign ahead.
