Florentino Pérez is planning the team for next season for Real Madrid. At the moment, everything seems to indicate that the main target is Arnold, a full-back from Liverpool, whose contract ends on June 30. In this regard, he is not the only player from Anfield who is liked, to the point that a strategy is already being devised to acquire one of their starters: Ibrahima Konaté.
The outlet CaughtOffside has discovered that Real Madrid remains alert to what might happen with the center-back Ibrahima Konaté. He is 25 years old and his contract ends in 2026, which could benefit Florentino Pérez. The club is keeping an eye on him, and if he ultimately decides not to renew, they will go all out to try to acquire him: either by paying or for free.
Meanwhile, the president of Real Madrid has already initiated contacts with Ibrahima Konaté to understand his situation. If he decides not to renew with Liverpool, the plan is clear: they would first try to sign him economically next summer. Meanwhile, if the reds don't give in, they would wait until 2026, when he would be free and could leave completely free, just like his teammate Arnold.
Arnold Asks Florentino Pérez for More Money
In another matter, the deal for Arnold by Real Madrid is still not closed. Liverpool has decided to go all out to keep the right-back. Although they announced they wouldn't enter any bidding war, they have made a last attempt.
93 million euros for a five-year contract. This means that if he stays at Anfield, Alexander-Arnold would receive 18.6 million euros annually. That is, 17.5 million more at the end of the five years.
At Real Madrid they have received the information about Liverpool's latest attempt. Florentino is willing to match it to not lose the player. It's the latest update on a transfer that is being cooked slowly.
What Florentino Pérez wants is to continue strengthening with players whose contracts are ending. This is the case with Arnold and, at Liverpool, it could soon happen again with a player of the caliber of Ibrahima Konaté. He fits the profile being sought to strengthen the center of the defense and is also highly regarded for his physical qualities and ball handling.