Liverpool transfer news: Reds ‘keeping eye’ on Barcelona defender amid Ibrahima Konate contract uncertainty

Liverpool are reportedly monitoring Ronald Araujo’s scenario at Barcelona, amid uncertainty over Ibrahima Konate’s future at Anfield.

Konate has entered the ultimate 12 months of his contract, elevating the likelihood that he may depart on a free switch on the finish of the season.

Actual Madrid are understood to be amongst Konate’s potential suitors, whereas there may be additionally mentioned to be curiosity from Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester Metropolis.

Liverpool haven’t given up hope of agreeing a brand new cope with Konate, however they’re scouring the marketplace for a possible substitute in case the Frenchman leaves subsequent summer time.

Liverpool monitoring Barcelona’s Araujo

Earlier this month, it was reported that Liverpool had recognized Barcelona’s Araujo as a doable choice to strengthen their backline.

In keeping with Caught Offside, the Reds are persevering with to maintain a detailed eye on his scenario on the Catalan giants, as they weigh up a future transfer.

The report claims that Liverpool view Araujo as a ‘sensible goal’, though they might face competitors from Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.

The Uruguay worldwide solely signed a brand new deal in January to increase his Barcelona contract till the summer time of 2031.

Nevertheless, the Blaugrana are mentioned to be open to promoting the 26-year-old in the event that they obtain a proposal within the area of €50m (£43.7m) to €60m (£52.4m).

Why are Barcelona open to Araujo departure?

Araujo is among the captains at Barcelona, however he isn’t considered a assured starter regardless of his senior standing within the squad.

The Uruguayan has needed to accept three begins in Barcelona’s opening six matches of their title defence in La Liga.

Araujo was in a position to make a constructive impression in Thursday’s away conflict in opposition to Actual Oviedo, netting the ultimate aim in a 3-1 victory over the newly-promoted facet.

The Catalan giants will probably be conscious that promoting Araujo may assist enhance their monetary scenario, though Hansi Flick will certainly need a substitute lined up earlier than he sanctions a sale.

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