“‘He’ll never wear the shirt again’ – Liverpool supporters call for deal to be finalized for first-team player before January.”
Liverpool fans were left furious with Ibrahima Konate following another poor display in their 4-1 Champions League defeat to PSV on 26 November.
The loss adds to Liverpool’s recent slump, putting manager Arne Slot under growing pressure, with talk of a potential sacking increasing. Jurgen Klopp is being tipped as the frontrunner to take over if the Dutchman is dismissed, as the club struggles to avoid a trophy-less season.
On a night where even Virgil van Dijk struggled, Konate’s performance stood out for all the wrong reasons. Supporters have been quick to blame the French defender, calling for him to leave the club at the end of the season and rejecting any chance of a contract renewal.
Konate has repeatedly turned down a contract extension, and speculation over a move to Real Madrid when his deal expires at the end of the season has intensified. Once considered a key figure in the starting XI, his displays this season have been underwhelming.
Against PSV, Konate made a costly error, misjudging a ball and allowing the opposition to score, contributing to Liverpool’s heavy defeat. Fans believe his ongoing links to Real Madrid show he has mentally checked out from the club, with his lackluster performance reflecting diminished commitment.
Struggling to cope with PSV’s fast counterattacks, Slot substituted the number five in the 76th minute, signaling that his time at Anfield may be limited. Frustrated supporters voiced their anger, with one fan saying: “Don’t renew Konate’s contract and sell him in January. I’ve had enough,” while another added: “I’d rather play with 10-men than ever see Konate put on a Liverpool shirt again.”
