bloomshorts Liverpool’s Defensive Dilemma
Liverpool are reportedly considering Aston Villa central defender Ezri Konsa as another option to strengthen at the back this summer. The Reds have had a busy transfer window so far, bringing in Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez, while Hugo Ekitike should be next, as per the Athletic and others.
The Konate Conundrum
However, there is also the worrying situation regarding the lack of a new contract for key defensive player Ibrahima Konate. The France international could be heading towards leaving on a free transfer next summer, while Liverpool might also be forced to consider bids for him this year.
Konsa as a Potential Solution
According to Galicia Press, Konsa is one option for Liverpool to replace Konate if he ends up making the move to Real Madrid. The report suggests that Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi is the priority for LFC in that position, but Konsa could be a cheaper Plan B.
Expert Opinion
Writing exclusively for CaughtOffside recently, former Liverpool man Stan Collymore suggested that Konsa could be a good option for Arne Slot’s side. “I think there are better defenders around the world that Liverpool could unearth and will unearth. And if Konate doesn’t want to sign and commit to what is a very healthy Liverpool wage structure, then let him go,” Collymore wrote.
