Real Madrid have reportedly told Liverpool they have 'no interest' in signing Ibrahima Konate, as his Anfield future hangs in the balance.

The France international is out of contract at the end of the season, and has been heavily linked with a move to the Spanish giants .

Konate is allowed to sign a pre-contract agreement with overseas clubs from January 1, although it is not certain he will depart the Reds as a free agent.

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According to the Athletic, Real have now made their position on the defender clear .

A report read: "The La Liga side have informed their Premier League counterparts directly and unequivocally that — despite such heavy speculation — they now have no interest in recruiting the France international."

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