Liverpool finalizing Ibrahima Konate deal
The Reds are looking to strengthen their squad for next summer and their defensive department is key.
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Liverpool are in the final stage of securing RB Leipzig’s defender, Ibrahima Konate, The Athletic reports.
The 21-year old is thought to be monitored by teams across Europe and Jurgen Klopp’s side seems to have taken a step ahead as they seek to strengthen their backline.
The Reds have had a humble season with their defensive department the nemesis of their title defence following long term injuries to Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, with Joel Matip struggling to stay fit for a run of games.
Liverpool have started strengthening their squad ahead of next season and the French Under-21 player is reported to be key to help the Reds. The news outlet revealed that contact have been made by the Premier League club and a deal is being finalised to bring the defender to Anfield.
The release clause in the contract of the 21-year-old is thought to be around €40m as Leipzig are under no pressure to sell until the price is met by the Reds.
