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Real Madrid, PSG-linked defender ‘demanding £120k pay rise’ in new deal
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate is reportedly holding out for a significant pay increase before agreeing to extend his contract with the club.
The French international, who joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2021, is currently on a five-year deal set to expire in the summer of 2026.
Despite still having over a year remaining on his current terms, Liverpool are eager to secure his long-term future given his growing influence in the team.

Now 25 years old, Konate has become a vital part of the Reds’ defense and has featured consistently throughout the current campaign.
After dealing with injury issues in his early seasons at Anfield, the centre-back has enjoyed a largely injury-free year, making 36 appearances across all competitions.
He has contributed two goals and two assists this season, further underlining his importance to the squad. His performances have reportedly attracted interest from European giants such as Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, which has added urgency to Liverpool’s contract talks.
At present, Konate earns £80,000 per week, a figure that pales in comparison to some of his teammates. According to reports, the defender is demanding a substantial rise to £200,000 per week to reflect his role and performances.
Should Liverpool agree to his terms, Konate would join the upper tier of earners at the club, just behind Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah, who reportedly make £220,000 and £350,000 per week, respectively.
The current wage structure shows players like Joe Gomez on £85,000 and others such as Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota, and Federico Chiesa earning between £140,000 and £150,000—despite not making the same consistent impact as Konate.

With Trent Alexander-Arnold seemingly on the verge of a summer move to Real Madrid, Liverpool could free up significant room on their wage bill.
The right-back currently earns £180,000 per week, which could be reallocated to help meet Konate’s salary demands.
This would make sense strategically, especially under new head coach Arne Slot, who appears to view Konate as a cornerstone of the club’s future defensive setup.
Konate’s overall contribution since joining Liverpool includes five goals and four assists in 126 appearances, a solid return for a centre-back.
His potential new deal would recognize not only his performances but also his growing leadership role within the squad.
As Liverpool look to refresh and secure their core players, progress is reportedly being made with other key figures as well.
Talks with Van Dijk over a new deal are said to be progressing, with the Dutchman himself hinting at a breakthrough following Liverpool’s recent 3-2 loss to Fulham.
Van Dijk’s current contract is due to expire in June, but both parties appear confident of reaching an agreement.
Similarly, Mohamed Salah is believed to be committed to staying at Anfield for the foreseeable future, despite ongoing interest from the Saudi Pro League.
With the Premier League title still undecided, formal announcements on any contracts are likely to be delayed as the team focuses on securing silverware before turning to off-pitch matters.
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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer
Andre Onana could remain in Turkey beyond his loan spell, with Trabzonspor keen to secure him on a permanent deal.
The 30-year-old moved to Trabzonspor after falling out of favour at Manchester United, who brought in Senne Lammens last summer. Since then, Lammens has established himself as the club’s first-choice keeper, paving the way for Onana’s temporary switch.
In Turkey, however, Onana has rediscovered his form and quickly become a key figure. He recently grabbed attention with a standout performance in the Turkish Cup, saving three consecutive penalties to help his side overcome Samsunspor and reach the semi-finals.
The moment sparked widespread reactions online, especially from United supporters recalling their earlier penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, where Onana managed just one save.
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has openly expressed the club’s desire to keep the goalkeeper. He indicated that while Onana has his own career plans, the club would be eager to make the move permanent if the circumstances align, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands.
Back in England, United are expected to consider selling Onana, particularly with Lammens now firmly established as their number one. The club will likely aim to recover a significant portion of the £47.5 million they paid to sign him from Inter Milan in 2023, with two years still remaining on his contract.
Beyond his cup heroics, Onana has been a consistent presence in the league, starting every match for Trabzonspor and playing a vital role in their push for the title. His performances have earned strong praise in Turkey, with the club currently sitting third in the table, just six points behind leaders Galatasaray.
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Man City place Arsenal ‘bottles’ for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider
Manchester City appear to have kicked off the psychological battle ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal.
In the build-up to the match, bottles branded with the Arsenal logo were reportedly being sold outside the stadium, priced cheaply and seemingly intended as a tongue-in-cheek way for home fans to mock the visiting supporters.
The stunt draws inspiration from a recent viral moment at Stamford Bridge, where a City fan was seen jokingly “drinking Arsenal tears” during their emphatic 3-0 win over Chelsea—a clip that quickly spread across social media.
With tensions already high given the importance of the fixture, the gesture adds another layer to the rivalry between the two sides. Arsenal, meanwhile, will be focused on responding where it matters most—on the pitch—as they aim to silence critics and deliver a strong result in what could be a defining game in the title race.
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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho
Alejandro Garnacho faced criticism from his former Manchester United teammates following Chelsea’s latest Premier League setback.
A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a narrow but important win for United, strengthening the position of Michael Carrick’s side in the race for Champions League qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with the defeat marking their fourth consecutive league loss without finding the net.
Pressure is mounting on head coach Liam Rosenior, who only took charge a few months ago after replacing Enzo Maresca. While the club has not publicly wavered in its support, questions are beginning to emerge over several players, including Garnacho, whose performances have failed to meet expectations since his £40 million move from Old Trafford.
Reports suggest Chelsea could be open to offers for the 21-year-old after a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge. He had an early opportunity to impress against his former side after coming on for the injured Estevao, but once again struggled to make an impact, finding it hard to break through a United defence that was missing several first-choice centre-backs.

Garnacho also received a hostile reception from United supporters during the match, and the reaction appeared to carry over beyond the pitch. After the game, Luke Shaw shared an image on social media showing himself standing over Garnacho following a challenge. Bruno Fernandes responded with a playful but pointed comment, while former teammate Alex Telles also joined in with reactions.
Chelsea’s broader struggles are becoming increasingly concerning. They now sit four points behind Liverpool in the race for fifth place, despite having played an extra game. The current run—four straight league defeats without scoring—is their worst in nearly three decades, with an even longer drought not seen since 1912.

Across all competitions, the form is equally worrying, with six losses in their last seven matches and 16 goals conceded during that stretch. A significant portion of their recent goals have come in a single outing against Port Vale, highlighting their lack of consistency in front of goal.
After the match, Rosenior admitted uncertainty about what failing to qualify for the Champions League could mean for his future. He acknowledged the result was difficult to take, especially given that Chelsea created numerous chances but failed to convert them. He pointed out that United capitalised on a limited opportunity, while his side were unable to make their attacking pressure count.
Despite the frustration, Rosenior emphasized the need for continued effort and improvement, insisting that the team must find a way to turn their form around before the situation worsens further.
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