Real Madrid continue to focus on Liverpool stars with a strategy that is seen by many as an uneven trot. – The strategy is to tempt players who don’t have long left on their contracts with the glorious life, and the salary, they want a Spanish capital.
Real Madrid have a salary budget of just over 800 million euros a year, while their fiercest competitor must have been arguing with La Liga and to be at about half.
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Trent Alexander-Arnold earned €10.8 million at Liverpool, after his free transfer to Real Madrid this summer, the English right-back’s salary will increase to €16.6 million.
Now, one of the few clubs that can compete with Real Madrid on wages has put some big spanner in the works in their summer plans.
Ibrahima Konaté has established himself as one of the most sought-after defenders in European football, and Real Madrid have put him on their wish list to strengthen their central defence. The French centre-back has shown solid performance at Liverpool, which has put him at the top of Real Madrid’s radar. Madrid’s intention is to secure a player who can provide security and leadership in the defensive line, where they are currently looking for greater consistency.
Konaté goals for both PSG and Real Madrid
But Real Madrid’s path to signing Konaté has become more complicated in recent weeks. Paris Saint-Germain have entered the negotiations strongly and are ready to compete directly for the French defender. PSG’s offer includes not only an attractive salary, but also an ambitious sporting project that could tempt the player to change his destination and leave Real Madrid without the opportunity to complete the signing.
Real Madrid’s interest in Konaté is based on the need to strengthen a defensive central that has shown weaknesses in important matches. The arrival of a player of his caliber will represent a boost in quality and help cover a potential absence of experienced players. But PSG’s financial strength threatens this plan, as the Parisian team has enough resources to compete for the signing.
If PSG’s operation materializes, Real Madrid will have to activate an alternative plan to strengthen the defense by looking towards other names that can meet the demands of the coaching staff and supporters. For now, the battle for Konaté is underway and promises to be one of the most significant transfers in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Ibrahima Konaté who joined Liverpool in the winter of 2021 from RB Leipzig on a transfer worth €40 million is now worth €60 million, according to Transfermarkt, but with only a year left on his deal, Real Madrid are hoping for a bargain.
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