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Konate issues statement as Liverpool star responds to criticism

The fallout from Liverpool's terrible performance in the 4-1 defeat by PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League has seen defender Ibrahima Konate singled out for additional criticism. The Frenchman has responded by issuing a heartfelt message to fans. Konate was at fault for PSV’s third goal, and the calls for manager Arne Slot to be sacked are growing louder by the day.

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Konate slams transfer talk for putting him a 'tight spot'

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate admits that transfer speculation has left him in a “tight spot”, with questions continuing to be asked of how long he will remain at Anfield. The France international defender is into the final year of his contract, meaning that he could hit free agency in the summer of 2026. La Liga giants Real Madrid are being credited with interest.

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Konate reveals he will announce future plans 'very soon'

Ibrahima Konate has revealed that a final decision on his future at Liverpool will be made soon amid strong interest from Real Madrid. The French centre-back has entered the final part of his five-year contract with the English champions that he signed in 2021. The Reds are yet to agree a new deal with the defender, with only weeks left before he can initiate pre-contract talks with foreign clubs.

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Mbappe 'calls Konate every two hours' over joining Madrid

Liverpool star Ibrahima Konate has revealed that he gets calls from compatriot Kylian Mbappe every two hours to sign for Real Madrid. The French defender is into the final year of his contract and from January he will be able to hold pre-contract talks with clubs abroad. The Reds, on the other hand, are determined to offer him a new deal to avoid another situation like Trent Alexander-Arnold.

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Liverpool's title defence is over - now Slot has big calls to make

Liverpool manager Arne Slot quipped after Sunday's 3-0 loss at Manchester City that the very best time to judge a team is at the end of the season. "The next best time," the Dutchman argued, "is after 19 games, because then you've all faced the same opponents." However, we don't really need to wait until the halfway point of the Premier League campaign to determine whether Liverpool are capable of retaining their title. The Reds' race is already run after five dreadful defeats in 11 games.

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Konate reveals why he gave a 'hard time' to Ekitike

Ibrahima Konate has revealed the cheeky motivational message he sent to new Liverpool teammate Hugo Ekitike after the French striker joined in a £79 million summer move from Eintracht Frankfurt. The defender admitted to giving the 23-year-old a “hard time” during training sessions as he pushed him to prove his worth at both club and international level.

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Liverpool told they will be 'fine' regarding Konate's future

Jamie Carragher insists Liverpool should not panic over Ibrahima Konate's future, saying his former club will be "absolutely fine" if the defender leaves on a free transfer next summer. The France international has less than a year remaining on his contract and it remains to be seen whether he will agree an extension ahead of the January transfer window opening.

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Watch out, Real Madrid! European giants enter race for Konate

Bayern Munich are expected to enter the race to sign Liverpool defender Ibrahim Konate. The 26-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid next summer, with the player able to leave Anfield on a free transfer with his contract running down. The Bavarian giants have ignited interest in the player, with his former RB Leipzig teammate Dayot Upamecano also out of contract in the summer.

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Liverpool liability Konate is miles off Madrid's level

The build-up to Liverpool's Champions League meeting with Real Madrid on Tuesday has unsurprisingly focused on Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is returning to Anfield less than six months after bidding an emotional farewell. The right-back is not certain to start for the visitors - nor is it clear how he will be received by the hosts, given the acrimonious nature of his exit.

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Liverpool star reveals he is 'too afraid' to spend lucrative salary

Liverpool star Ibrahima Konate has revealed that he is "too afraid" to spend heavily on luxuries despite earning a reported £70,000-per-week at Anfield. The French defender is in the final year of his existing deal and has yet to agree to put pen to paper on a new Reds contract. Konate has attracted interest from Real Madrid, but he is yet to make a final decision on his future in the Premier League.

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Liverpool star sent home from France camp due to injury

Premier League champions Liverpool have been dealt a blow after centre-back Ibrahima Konate was sent home from the France camp during the international break. Konate was called up by Les Bleus despite being forced off in the 56th minute of the Reds' 2-1 loss at Chelsea last weekend. The Liverpool star made the bench against Azerbaijan but won't travel to Iceland next week.

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Konate teases Saliba about Arsenal's Premier League title hopes

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has teased international team-mate William Saliba about Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes, with two French defenders locking horns again in a bid to establish domestic dominance in the English top-flight. That crown currently resides at Anfield, but a thrilling start to the 2025-26 campaign suggests that north London heavyweights are ready to compete for major honours once again.

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Crisis at the back? Liverpool boss Slot confirms Konate injury

Arne Slot has confirmed that Ibrahima Konate's second-half substitution in Liverpool's 2-1 defeat against Chelsea was due to injury. The centre-back was withdrawn after 56 minutes of action, with Ryan Gravenberch partnering Virgil van Dijk for the remainder of the contest. Liverpool have announced the player will undergo further assessment to determine the severity of the quadriceps injury.

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'Not just him!' - Konate defended by Slot

Ibrahima Konate was fiercely defended by Liverpool head coach Arne Slot amid his rising errors at the back as the Reds look to end their losing run. The French centre-back was shaky against Crystal Palace, gifting two gilt-edged chances in a disastrous first half and picking up a booking in the process. A similar story unfolded at Galatasaray on Tuesday, where his hesitant defending and loose touches under pressure left fans biting their nails.

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Liverpool star Konate blasted for Palace horror show

Michael Owen has taken aim at Ibrahima Konate for the French defender's role in Liverpool's first defeat of the season away at Selhurst Park. Up until Saturday afternoon, the Reds had been unassailable in the Premier League, winning five of their opening five games and opening up a five-point gap at the top of the table. With Palace taking the three points, they climb to second in the table.

Frequently asked questions

Mbappe ist als Mittelstürmer im Einsatz – mit Tempo, Abschlussstärke und enormer Präsenz im Strafraum. In manchen Spielen weicht er auch auf den linken Flügel aus, um mit seinem Tempo hinter die Kette zu kommen.

Er wurde am 20. Dezember 1998 in Paris geboren – dort begann auch sein Weg Richtung Weltkarriere.

Seit diesem Sommer – und nach dem Abgang von Luka Modric – trägt Mbappe bei Real Madrid die Rückennummer 10. Es ist die Nummer, die auch bei der Nationalmannschaft mit seinem Namen verbunden ist.

Seine Körpergröße wird mit 1,78 Meter angegeben – also ziemlich genau im Durchschnitt für einen modernen Stürmer.

Sein Gewicht liegt bei rund 75 Kilogramm – in einem Bereich, der für seine Spielweise zwischen Schnellkraft und Robustheit gut passt.

Mbappe trägt in der Regel Größe 44 (EU). Seine Schuhe sind speziell angepasst – wie bei vielen Topstars im Profifußball.

Sein rechter Fuß ist dominant – mit ihm kommen die meisten Tore, Sprints und Abschlüsse. Aber auch mit links zeigt er regelmäßig starke Szenen.

Er begann beim AS Bondy – einem kleinen Klub im Nordosten von Paris, wo sein Vater als Trainer aktiv war. Später wechselte Mbappe zum INF Clairefontaine sowie zur Akademie von Monaco.

Konkrete Infos zu seinem Wohnort gibt es nicht. Man weiß, dass er während seiner Zeit bei PSG in einem Vorort von Paris lebte. Wo er sich in Madrid niederlässt, ist derzeit nicht öffentlich bekannt.

Zu seiner Autosammlung gehört unter anderem ein Mercedes-Benz. Konkrete Modelle nennt Mbappe selten, doch Luxusmarken sind bei ihm wie bei vielen Profis Standard.

Nein – Deutsch gehört nicht zu den Sprachen, die er spricht. Französisch ist seine Muttersprache, daneben spricht er auch fließend Englisch und etwas Spanisch.

Es gibt keine Informationen darüber, dass Mbappe Vater ist. In Interviews äußert er sich zu seinem Privatleben nur sehr zurückhaltend.

Aktuell ist keine feste Beziehung offiziell bekannt. Er wurde zwar gelegentlich mit Prominenten in Verbindung gebracht, hat das aber nie öffentlich bestätigt.

Offizielle Zahlen nennt er selbst nicht. Sein Gehalt bei Real Madrid soll bei rund 35 Millionen Euro netto pro Jahr liegen – dazu kommen Werbeverträge mit Marken wie Nike, Hublot oder Oakley. Insgesamt wird sein Vermögen auf deutlich über 150 Millionen Euro geschätzt.

Er hat mit Frankreich die Weltmeisterschaft 2018 gewonnen und wurde 2022 Vizeweltmeister. Überdies holte er mit den Bleus 2021 die Nations League. Dazu kommen mehrere Meistertitel mit PSG, nationale Pokalsiege und individuelle Auszeichnungen. Mit Real Madrid könnte seine Titelsammlung weiterwachsen.

Den Ballon d'Or hat er bislang noch nicht gewonnen – er war aber mehrfach unter den Top fünf.

Auch bei der Wahl zum FIFA-Weltfußballer konnte er sich bislang – auch wenn in der engeren Auswahl – nicht durchsetzen.

Ja – viele nennen ihn "Donatello". Der Spitzname stammt ursprünglich von Teamkollegen bei PSG, die ihn wegen seiner Ähnlichkeit mit der Zeichentrickfigur aus den "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" so nannten. Inzwischen ist der Name fast schon Teil seiner Marke geworden.