Liverpool's Konaté Jokes About Mbappé's Madrid Link

- Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté jokes about Kylian Mbappé calling him every two hours regarding a potential move to Real Madrid. Konaté remains linked to LaLiga giants while Liverpool aims to retain him.

Liverpool's Konaté Teases Mbappé Over Real Madrid Move

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté humorously mentioned that Kylian Mbappé is constantly calling him about a potential transfer to Real Madrid. Konaté, who is nearing the end of his contract, has been a subject of transfer rumors to LaLiga, but Liverpool is eager to secure him for the long term.

Konaté's Banter with Mbappé

During an interview with Telefoot while on international duty, Konaté shared that Mbappé has been persistently reaching out to him, jokingly stating, 'He's calling me every two hours.'

Professional Commitment and Speculations

Despite the light-hearted exchange, Konaté clarified that he has no knowledge of the Spanish language. The 26-year-old has been a regular starter for Liverpool in the current Premier League season, contributing to the team's perfect start with three wins.

Mbappé's Support for PSG Teammates

On a separate note, Mbappé praised his Paris Saint-Germain colleagues Ousmane Dembélé and Achraf Hakimi as potential Ballon d'Or recipients. Mbappé expressed his backing for Dembélé, hoping he wins the prestigious award and acknowledged Hakimi's exceptional season, emphasizing the importance of recognition for defenders.