Ibrahima Konaté has emerged as one of the top targets for Real Madrid as they look to strengthen their defense ahead of the new season. With his contract at Liverpool set to expire in 2026, the French center-back could be available at a favorable price this summer, a situation Los Blancos are keen to take advantage of. Konaté himself is reportedly eager to make the move to Madrid.

The club views this as a smart opportunity: a top-level defender with a strong physical presence, international experience, and a contract that opens the door to negotiation. According to Tomás González-Martín (El Debate), the wheels are already in motion behind the scenes at Valdebebas to make the deal happen.

Xabi Alonso is said to be particularly enthusiastic about the prospect of bringing Konaté in. The new manager plans to implement a three-man defensive system, and adding a commanding figure like Konaté is seen as vital to making that strategy work. Alonso wants a new leader at the back, someone who can help reshape Madrid's defensive identity in this next chapter.

With Konaté open to joining and Liverpool at risk of losing him for nothing further down the line, this transfer window could be the perfect moment for Madrid to make their move.

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