Liverpool set for Konate exit as Slot backed
Alexander Isak says he will be fit for Sweden’s World Cup after an injury-hit first Liverpool season, including a broken fibula. He targets minutes in friendlies before the 15 June opener against Tunisia.
Liverpool are reportedly content for Arne Slot to lead next season despite a fifth-place finish. Jamie Redknapp says he must start fast. Andoni Iraola is reportedly open to the job if it becomes available after leaving Bournemouth.
With Ibrahima Konaté set to leave on a free after contract talks stalled, Liverpool are assessing centre-back targets to replace him.
A fan jury calls for more power and pace after a flat campaign, urging Liverpool to refresh the squad so Arne Slot can avoid a repeat of an ‘unpalatable’ 2025-26.
Liverpool expect a busy window, with two transfers agreed and further business pending as plans take shape under Arne Slot.
Pep Guardiola reflects on Liverpool as a major adversary while departing Man City, acknowledging Anfield’s significance across his tenure.
Jeremie Frimpong has reacted to his surprise omission from the Netherlands’ World Cup squad, with a Liverpool player also reportedly snubbed as part of the decision and squad reaction covered.
Jamie Redknapp says missing out on Antoine Semenyo, who joined Man City for £64m and hit 11 goals, was a ‘big loss’ for Liverpool and adds pressure on Arne Slot as he seeks a Salah replacement.
Barcelona have cancelled plans for a Nairobi friendly against Liverpool and ruled out Ajax for the Gamper Trophy. Roma, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli or Cruz Azul are alternatives being discussed.
PSG are tipped to land Ibrahima Konaté, leaving Liverpool to pursue a centre-back. The Reds are named among clubs able to trigger Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck’s €50-60m release clause.
Liverpool have agreed to sign defender Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes. A report touts Leipzig’s Yan Diomande, the Bundesliga Rookie of the Season, as a potential Salah successor with a reported £86m clause.
Liverpool unveil the ‘Forever Bound’ Heysel memorial at Anfield, featuring entwined scarves and the names of 39 victims. Ian Rush and CEO Billy Hogan joined Juventus representatives in a unity ceremony.
A live blog notes Anthony Gordon is set to join Barcelona after a medical. Liverpool are mentioned among clubs active, with a Reds exit referenced but not specified.
John Barnes says he is not surprised by Xabi Alonso’s choice regarding a new role, offering perspective on Liverpool’s post-Klopp reality.
A report claims that if Alisson stays amid Juventus links, Giorgi Mamardashvili will seek a loan. With Salah and Robertson exiting, retaining Alisson and Van Dijk is framed as vital for leadership stability.
Liverpool face another long-serving exit, adding urgency to summer transfer priorities.
Bolton are set to sign Liverpool’s 22-year-old Luca Stephenson for around £700k. The versatile right-sided player impressed on loan at Dundee United and could fill Bolton’s right-back or wing-back role.
Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool on a free after failing to agree a new deal. The 27-year-old has made 183 appearances since joining from RB Leipzig, winning the Premier League, FA Cup and two Carabao Cups.
