Chelsea Eye January Move for Liverpool Defender Ibrahima Konate

Chelsea are considering a January move for Liverpool centre back Ibrahima Konate, whose contract expires next summer. Valued at £52 million, he could be available for less. With Levi Colwill sidelined by an ACL injury, Enzo Maresca wants defensive reinforcements. However, Paris Saint Germain and Real Madrid are also keen, making Chelsea’s chances uncertain.

The day Chelsea’s defensive concerns came into the spotlight, reports emerged linking the Blues with a potential move for Liverpool centre back Ibrahima Konate in the January transfer window. Chelsea have started the Premier League season strongly with two wins and a draw under Enzo Maresca, but the long-term injury to Levi Colwill has left their backline looking vulnerable. While the club missed out on signing a defender before the summer window closed, they are now evaluating options for the winter.

Konate, who helped Liverpool win the Premier League last season, is seen as a strong fit thanks to his physicality, aerial presence, and experience in English football. Valued at £52 million on Transfermarkt, he could be available for much less in January as his contract runs out at the end of the season. Chelsea face competition from Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid, with both clubs hoping to lure the 26-year-old abroad.

Despite Chelsea’s financial muscle, Konate is reportedly leaning toward a move outside England after several successful years at Anfield. The coming months will be decisive for Chelsea’s defensive plans, as the club may explore further reinforcements if performances dip ahead of the Champions League campaign.