Ibrahima Konate says he is 'close' to new Liverpool contract after 'long' talks

Ibrahima Konate says he is “close” to signing a new long-term contract at Liverpool.The France defender, 26, whose current deal expires this summer, has been in talks with the club over an extension since October 2024.The impasse led to growing speculation over his future but he now expects to stay put following a breakthrough in negotiations.Advertisement