Liverpool remain concerned about Ibrahima Konate’s fitness, with Le Parisien revealing that the France international “remained in treatment” during national team training on Tuesday.
Update on Konate’s condition
The 26-year-old was withdrawn in the second half of the 2-1 defeat to Chelsea after feeling some tightness in his quad — a change Arne Slot described as precautionary.
While his call-up to Didier Deschamps’ France squad had raised hopes that the issue was only minor, his continued absence from full training suggests a careful approach is still being taken. Le Parisien noted that “Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate, who picked up a quadriceps injury against Chelsea, also stayed in treatment,” adding that further news on his fitness is expected soon.
Worrying timing for Liverpool
With Manchester United up next after the international break, this development comes at a difficult time for Liverpool. Giovanni Leoni remains sidelined, while Alisson and Wataru Endo are also unavailable, leaving the Reds short of defensive options.
Konate’s absence now casts doubt on his participation in France’s upcoming clash with Azerbaijan. Still, that may be a blessing for Liverpool, who would prefer not to risk further aggravation of the injury.
Reports suggest France’s medical team are being cautious, which makes sense considering Konate’s previous injury troubles. Former Liverpool defender Conor Coady recently pointed to Arne Slot’s system as a factor in the centre-back’s struggles, and this latest setback is unlikely to help his momentum. However, if the treatment is merely precautionary, both Liverpool and France will be hoping he can return without any setbacks.
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