Liverpool’s main focus heading into the summer transfer window is securing a new contract for Ibrahima Konate, according to sources close to Football Insider.

In a recent episode of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke shared that sporting director Richard Hughes is spearheading efforts to ensure the 25-year-old defender agrees to a new deal.

Currently, Konate is set to leave Liverpool for free in June 2026, but recent contract extensions with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk have provided optimism for the negotiations.

This follows earlier reports from March stating that while Liverpool is still in talks with Konate, progress has been slow. With interest from PSG and Real Madrid emerging, both clubs could target the center-back this summer, and Liverpool is eager to avoid losing him without a fee.

In light of the uncertainties surrounding Salah and Van Dijk’s contract situations, Liverpool is keen to prevent another drawn-out saga like the one involving Trent Alexander-Arnold’s potential move to Real Madrid.

Conor Bradley: A Potential Replacement for Alexander-Arnold

Liverpool is also considering a new right-back following Alexander-Arnold’s expected departure. Football Insider reported on April 12 that Conor Bradley will be given the chance to prove himself before the season ends as Liverpool evaluates its options.

The club views Bradley as a potential replacement for Alexander-Arnold, as confirmed by a former Manchester United and Blackburn scout in November. However, there are concerns regarding Bradley’s injury history, which may prompt Liverpool to explore signing a permanent replacement.