According to a credible report from Spain, Real Madrid is not particularly impressed with Liverpool’s defender Ibrahima Konate. Meanwhile, another source has made a surprising assertion regarding Tottenham Hotspur’s defender Micky van de Ven that will certainly please the management at Estadio Bernabeu.
Konate’s contract with Liverpool is set to expire at the conclusion of the season, and he has been a target for Madrid for some time. According to sources speaking to TEAMtalk’s transfer insider, Graeme Bailey, Liverpool has set a deadline of Easter for Konate to decide whether he will accept a new contract.
Liverpool’s Contract Deadline for Konate
Real Madrid unimpressed by Ibrahima Konate
Liverpool remains optimistic that Konate will sign a new contract, allowing him to continue his journey at Anfield.
Liverpool management will be thrilled to discover Real Madrid’s recent position regarding Konate.
Madrid’s Interest in Van de Ven
As reported by AS, Nico Schlotterbeck of Borussia Dortmund has emerged as Real Madrid’s top target for a centre-back this upcoming summer transfer window.
A Spanish sports outlet that favors Real Madrid has reported that Schlotterbeck is the defender currently creating the most excitement among the club’s executives.
As reported by AS, despite Konate’s contract being set to ‘expire’ at the conclusion of the season, it appears that ‘he hasn’t made a significant impact’, indicating that Madrid may be moving past the French international defender, who was acquired by Liverpool for £36million (€41.1m, $48.1m) from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2021.
Konate’s Future at Anfield
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Real Madrid receives a boost with Micky van de Ven’s arrival
It is known that Real Madrid has an interest in Micky van de Ven and would be eager to acquire him during this summer transfer window.
Transfer Insights from Spain
Nevertheless, our transfer correspondent, Fraser Fletcher, has indicated that Tottenham is seeking £100 million (€114 million, $134.5 million) for Van de Ven, with both Liverpool and Manchester United also interested in the Dutch international defender.
On February 23, 2026, our transfer expert, Graeme Bailey, revealed that negotiations for a new agreement between Van de Ven’s representatives and Tottenham are paused until the summer.
This is due to Tottenham’s current priority of ensuring they avoid relegation from the Premier League.
According to Sports Boom, there is an update regarding Van de Ven, indicating that the Dutch player has declined to engage in contract discussions with Tottenham.
Interest from Real Madrid and Barcelona has captivated Van de Ven’s attention.
The report indicates that the 24-year-old defender has chosen not to extend his contract with Tottenham.
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Adam Wharton is now a key target for Real Madrid.
In addition to seeking a centre-back, Real Madrid is also interested in acquiring a new midfielder during the summer transfer window.
Graeme Bailey has indicated that Paris Saint-Germain’s midfielder Vitinha is a key target for Real Madrid, who are also interested in securing a deal for Manchester City’s star Rodri in the summer of 2026.
The media in Spain has been highlighting Real Madrid’s interest in Adam Wharton, who has been excelling at Crystal Palace and is also attracting attention from Manchester United and Liverpool.
As reported by Defensa Central, the chief scout of Madrid, Juni Calafat, is advocating for the Spanish club to pursue Wharton instead of opting for Rodri or Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister.
A news source focused on Real Madrid, known for its speculative nature, has reported that Calafat views Wharton as a ‘strategic’ addition for Los Blancos.
Considering that Wharton is just 22 years old, the England international midfielder has the potential to make an instant impact and shine for Real Madrid for many years ahead.
