The 27-year-old centre-back will officially join the Spanish giants at the end of June after leaving Liverpool as a free agent following the expiry of his contract at Anfield.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Konate becomes Real Madrid\u2019s third signing of the summer transfer window after the arrival of Spain left-back Marc Cucurella from Chelsea and Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva. The trio are expected to play key roles as Madrid prepare for a new campaign under head coach Jose Mourinho.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cReal Madrid C. F. and Ibrahima Konat\u00e9 have reached an agreement for him to become a Real Madrid player for the next four seasons, until June 30, 2030,\u201d the club said in an official statement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The French defender arrives in Madrid after spending five successful seasons with Liverpool. Signed from German club RB Leipzig in 2021, Konate established himself as one of the Premier League\u2019s most reliable centre-backs and played a significant role in the club\u2019s recent success.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
During his time at Anfield, he helped Liverpool win the Premier League title in the 2024-25 season under manager Arne Slot. He also lifted two League Cups and an FA Cup during Jurgen Klopp\u2019s tenure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Konate made 183 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions, the highest tally by a French-born player in the club\u2019s history. Much of that success came alongside captain Virgil van Dijk, with the pair forming one of the league\u2019s strongest defensive partnerships.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
During his time at Anfield, he helped Liverpool win the Premier League title in the 2024-25 season under manager Arne Slot. He also lifted two League Cups and an FA Cup during Jurgen Klopp\u2019s tenure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Konate is currently with the France national team at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and was an unused substitute during their 3-1 victory over Senegal in the tournament opener. He is expected to join his new club after completing his international commitments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n