Official: Real sign Premier League star defender
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Real Madrid have officially announced their first blockbuster signing of the summer.
Details: The Royal Club released a statement confirming that a full agreement has been reached with Liverpool's French centre-back, Ibrahima Konaté. Negotiations have concluded successfully, and the player has now officially joined the Madrid side.
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According to official sources, Konaté has signed a four-year deal. The Frenchman has committed his future to Los Blancos with a long-term contract running until June 30, 2030.
The Real Madrid management is confident that this transfer will significantly bolster the team's defensive line ahead of the new season.
It's worth noting that this season the French defender made 51 appearances for Liverpool, scoring 2 goals.
Reminder: Liverpool signed a Real Madrid academy graduate for a hefty fee.
