Van Dijk reacts to Ibrahima Konate’s message amid ‘Real Madrid interest’
Virgil van Dijk was among his Liverpool teammates to react to Ibrahima Konate’s message, despite growing speculation over the defender’s future at Anfield.
Liverpool moved a step closer to securing the Premier League title following a hard-fought win over Leicester on 20 April.
Trent Alexander-Arnold came off the bench to score the only goal of the match, firing in a superb volley that sparked passionate celebrations. His reaction has left many Liverpool fans convinced that the Alexander-Arnold is set to stay and commit his future to the club.
Konate partnered Van Dijk at the back and helped secure yet another clean sheet in what has become one of the most reliable centre-back pairings in the league this season.
Despite his strong performances, Football Insider revealed that Real Madrid have shown interest in Konate, with his current contract set to expire next summer.
Still, the Frenchman kept the focus on the team and sent a message to the supporters after the win, which earned plenty of reactions from his teammates and fans alike.
Liverpool to hold talks with Ibrahima Konate over new contract
The defender posted several matchday photos with a determined caption, writing: “ONE MORE, see you next week for another battle! Let’s give everything to make it special!”
His message earned plenty of reactions from teammates, with defensive partner Van Dijk leaving a heart emoji in the comments.
Others, including Alexis Mac Allister and former teammate Christopher Nkunku, also showing support by liking the post.
Konate has played a vital role in Liverpool’s backline this season, helping them maintain the second-best defensive record in the Premier League, only behind Arsenal in goals conceded.
Despite strong interest from Real Madrid, Football Insider has revealed that Liverpool plan to open talks with Konate over a new contract.
With fresh deals already secured for Mohamed Salah and Van Dijk, the club appears ready to prioritise tying down the Frenchman next.
| Liverpool’s next three fixtures | Date |
| Liverpool vs Tottenham | 27 April |
| Chelsea vs Liverpool | 4 May |
| Liverpool vs Arsenal | 11 May |
Trent Alexander-Arnold could U-turn and stay at Liverpool despite Real Madrid links
Although Alexander-Arnold continues to be linked with a move to Real Madrid, his future remains uncertain.
Pundit Clinton Morrison has suggested Alexander-Arnold may choose to stay at Liverpool, citing his passionate celebration after scoring the winner against Leicester as a sign of his emotional connection to the club.
Arne Slot will be hopeful that two of his key defenders, Alexander-Arnold and Konate, stay fully focused for the remainder of the campaign, and remain part of the squad come the start of next season.