“Ornstein Hints at Major Liverpool Contract Twist Following Salah and Van Dijk Deals”

Liverpool supporters may have been disappointed not to see Trent Alexander-Arnold follow Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk in signing a new deal—but more good news could be on the horizon.

In his column for The Athletic, David Ornstein revealed: “Don’t forget the extensions of Salah and Van Dijk come at a significant cost, and there may be others to follow, like Konate if an agreement can be reached.”

While this was used to explain why Liverpool might have limited transfer funds this summer, it also hinted at potential developments in the contract department.

A new deal for Ibrahima Konaté would certainly be welcomed by fans, especially with his current contract set to expire next summer.

It’s reported that the French defender is seeking a 40% wage increase, which suggests negotiations could be complex.

If big deals for Salah and Van Dijk have already impacted the club’s summer budget, another extension—particularly for a player of Konaté’s profile—would stretch finances further.

Still, with the 25-year-old seen as a future star, securing his long-term future would be a major win for Liverpool.

However, in the wake of Trent’s reported free transfer move to Real Madrid, the power dynamic in contract negotiations has shifted. His decision has sent a message to the dressing room about who truly holds the leverage.

Now, the ball is in Konaté’s court—will he commit early, or hold out for better terms from Liverpool or potential suitors elsewhere?