Ibrahima Konate, 27, leaves Liverpool after a six‑year spell that began with a £35 million move from RB Leipzig. The former centre‑half made 183 appearances, securing a Premier League title, an FA Cup, and two League Cups. His contract ended amid stalled talks over wages and value, sealing the exit.

Konate posted a heartfelt Instagram note thanking fans for their love, energy and support, but admitted he was “deeply saddened” he missed a chance to say goodbye in the final home game against Bournemouth. Anfield, his cherished home, felt the absence of a player who had become a club icon.

He reflected on the highs and lows, trophies, friendships, and the painful loss of brother Diogo Jota, while noting his own father’s death earlier this year. Konate said his commitment never wavered, even amid personal hardship, and that leaving is a new chapter rather than an end.

Liverpool thanked Konate for his service and wished him well, noting he will depart with gratitude and appreciation. The club’s announcement comes after a season that saw the Reds miss the Champions League spot, underscoring the need for squad renewal. Konate’s exit opens a vacancy in central defense that the club must address.