The French international still has less than a year on his contract and it is unknown whether he will accept an extension before the winter transfer window opens.
Konaté has established himself as an indisputable starter at Liverpool since arriving from RB Leipzig in 2021. The 26-year-old has formed a solid central hinge with Virgil van Dijk, totaling 147 appearances in all competitions and six goals.
The contractual situation of Konaté, courted by Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, remains unclear.
However, speculation is rife regarding Konaté’s future less than two months before the opening of the winter transfer window. The central defender is entering the last year of his contract and there is uncertainty over a possible extension at Anfield.
German daily BILD reports that Bundesliga giant Bayern Munich is seriously considering competing with Real Madrid by recruiting Konaté, who will be able to leave free in January.
Liverpool assured they will not collapse if Konate leaves the club.
While rumors persist regarding Konaté’s contract situation, Liverpool have been assured they will not collapse if they are forced to recruit to replace him.
In an interview with the Daily Mail, Carragher, who made 737 appearances for Liverpool and won 11 trophies, said: “I would like him (Konaté) to stay, but if he leaves Liverpool will sign someone else. Liverpool will not collapse if Konaté leaves.
“It’s not Virgil van Dijk. He’s a good central defender and we hope he signs, but if he doesn’t want to sign, Liverpool will do very well. He is a very good central defender, champion with Liverpool, and he played in the Champions League final against Real Madrid. He is undoubtedly a high quality central defender.
“It’s not bad management (if he leaves free). You cannot force someone to sign a contract. Then, it’s up to you to decide: keep him until the end of his contract or sell him? »
