SportFootballIbrahima KonateIbrahima Konate's five-year spell at Liverpool will come to an end this summer after the club failed to agree new terms with the France international centre-back17:13, 31 May 2026Updated 17:18, 31 May 2026Liverpool have confirmed that Ibrahima Konate will leave the club upon the expiry of his contract. Konate had been in talks to extend his stay on Merseyside, but will leave after a breakdown in those talks.‌The club said in a statement: "Konate will depart with our gratitude and appreciation for the contribution he made and everyone at the club wishes him the best for the future."‌He joined the club from RB Leipzig for £36million in 2021 and made 183 appearances across all competitions, winning the Premier League title, as well as the FA Cup and two Carabao Cups.‌Konate wrote his own statement on Instagram which read: "Dear Liverpool, Five years ago, I arrived as a young player with big dreams. Today, I leave with memories that will stay with me for the rest of my life."Representing this club has been an honour. We’ve shared incredible moments together… highs and lows, trophies, challenges, lifelong friendships, and heartbreaking moments that will stay with us forever, none more painful than losing our brother Diogo.‌"Losing my father this year was one of the hardest periods of my life, but even through hardship, my commitment to this club never changed. During the toughest moments, I gave everything I had for this badge."To my teammates, coaches, staff and everyone behind the scenes, thank you for helping me grow every single day."And to the supporters… thank you for your love, your energy, and your incredible support. Anfield is truly a special place, and playing in front of you was something I never took for granted."I am deeply saddened that I didn’t get the chance to say goodbye to all of you at the last game. At that moment, I didn’t know it would be my final time wearing this shirt in front of you."From the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything. I love you all and will carry Liverpool with me wherever I go. This isn’t an easy goodbye, but it’s time for a new challenge and a new chapter. See you again soon, inshallah."There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Article continues belowPlease check back regularly for updates on this developing story.Follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, X, Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Ibrahima KonateLiverpool FC