Published: 20:07, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 20:08, 6 April 2026

Liverpool star Ibrahima Konate wants his future resolved before this summer's World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The 26-year-old defender is on the verge of signing a new contract with the Anfield club, with his current terms set to expire at the end of this season, and is keen to wrap things up swiftly ahead of the curtain-raiser in two months' time, according to a report in L'Equipe.

Whilst no agreement has yet been reached, it is becoming increasingly likely that he will return to Merseyside next season.

Konate currently earns around £150,000 a week and is seeking an increase to bring him closer to the likes of Florian Wirtz and Mohamed Salah among the club's highest earners, according to reports.

Talks between Liverpool and Konate began in October 2024 and, despite several offers being tabled, they have yet to agree on a deal.

Liverpool’s initial contract extension offer was judged to be too low, prompting a period of uncertainty during which Konate was linked with clubs across Europe, including...