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Following the acquisitions of left-back Marc Cucurella from Chelsea and midfielder Bernardo Silva from Manchester City, Real Madrid today announced their third major incoming transfer from the Premier League. The club has confirmed the signing of central defender Ibrahima Konaté, who arrives on a free transfer from Liverpool.
The club's official statement only specified that the French international's contract runs until the summer of 2030. However, according to Nicolò Schira, the agreement includes an option for an additional season, with the player's annual salary reportedly set at €10 million. The 27-year-old Konaté spent five seasons at Liverpool, who initially signed him from RB Leipzig for €40 million. During his tenure with the Merseyside club, the defender made a total of 183 appearances, scoring 7 goals and providing 4 assists. He also secured five trophies with Liverpool: one Premier League title, one FA Cup, one Community Shield, and two Carabao Cups.
Expectations are high that Real Madrid's next announced signing will be Inter Milan's right wing-back Denzel Dumfries, with the club reportedly set to activate his €20 million release clause. Meanwhile, Schira also reports that "Los Blancos" have already reached an agreement with midfielder Enzo Fernández on a six-year deal, and a significant offer for the player is expected to be submitted to Chelsea soon.
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