Ibrahima Konate has admitted he has needed painkillers to play for Liverpool recently - that should come as a major worry, and leaves FSG no other option this month

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté has said he would "die" for the club and has admitted to playing through pain in order to help his team challenge for the Premier League title.

Danny Murphy claims that Arne Slot's Liverpool team get worse when Ibrahima Konate does not start after their win over Ipswich.

Ibrahima Konate has given an update on his contract status at Liverpool after reports earlier this season claimed the Frenchman was close to signing a new deal.

Arne Slot recently welcomed back Ibrahima Konate from a period out injured and the Liverpool boss is keen not to put too much on the defender amid fears his problem could return

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté is still to sign an Anfield contract extension despite being offered a new deal. The French defender has 18 months left on his current terms, talks having opened earlier this season, and he confirmed on Monday that a proposal has been made by the club.

All the latest Liverpool news and transfer gossip as Arne Slot looks to strengthen his squad before the January window slams shut

Ibrahima Konaté is the latest Liverpool player to deliberate over his future after confirming the club’s offer of a new contract remains unsigned.

Ibrahima Konate has been a key figure for Liverpool under Arne Slot, with the defender saying the club are keen to extend his Anfield stay.

Liverpool 's Ibrahima Konate has confirmed that he has been offered a new contract by the club, but hinted that he is not close to signing an extension. The French international's current deal runs until the summer of 2026.

Ibrahima Konate is having yet another terrific season in a Liverpool shirt. Arne Slot will be delighted with how well the Frenchman has performed this season, as his partnership with Virgil van Dijk has been a fundamental reason behind the Reds’ success up until now.

The latest on Curtis Jones and Ibrahima Konate's fitness issues as Arne Slot previews Liverpool's game with Ipswich on Saturday