News Summary

• Ibrahima Konate has revealed that he’s now ‘close to an agreement’ over a new contract at Liverpool.
• His current deal is set to expire at the end of June, and as recently as last week there were conflicting reports as to whether an extension seemed likely.
• The 26-year-old broke his public silence about his long-term status on Merseyside.
• Konate: “For sure there is a big chance I’m here next season.
• This is what I always wanted.”