Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has been linked with a move away from the club at the end of the season.

The French international will be out of contract in the summer, and they have not yet been able to agree on a new contract with the player. According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool are now on the verge of agreeing on a new deal with the 26-year-old French international.

The report claims that Liverpool have reached a broad agreement with the player and his representatives over a new long-term contract. The 26-year-old has been linked with clubs like Real Madrid in recent months, but it seems that Liverpool has now made a breakthrough in their efforts to keep him at the club for the long term.

Barcelona and Bayern Munich were also monitoring his situation.

Konate has had a mediocre season so far, but he is a quality player who has consistently shown his ability in the Premier League. He is certainly one of the best defenders in the league when he is on form. Keeping him at the club will prove to be a wise decision for Liverpool.

It remains to be seen whether the two parties can complete the...