Konate played a key role in Liverpool’s midweek Champions League win over Real Madrid, but he sustained an injury during a collision with Madrid’s young forward Endrick. The impact appeared to injure Konate’s knee, forcing him to leave the pitch early.
A mainstay in Liverpool’s defense, Konate has started 11 of the team’s 12 Premier League matches this season. His injury now leaves a noticeable gap in the squad as Liverpool prepares for their tough challenge against Manchester City.
On social media, Konate shared his frustration over the timing of the injury but reassured fans of his determination to come back even stronger. He wrote, “So frustrating to pick up this injury right at the end of a great game on Wednesday night. Now we start the recovery process but one thing I promise is I will come back and be the best I can be once again. Thank you for the amazing support at Anfield. Inshallah we will keep going and I will support the team every step of the way.”
With Konate sidelined, Liverpool manager Arne Slot faces the challenge of adjusting his defense for the City clash. Joe Gomez, who came on as a late substitute against Madrid, is expected to fill in as a central defender. Another option for Slot is 20-year-old Jarell Quansah, who has impressed in his limited appearances this season.
Konate’s injury adds to Liverpool’s woes, with first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker still unavailable and key players Federico Chiesa, Diogo Jota, and Kostas Tsimikas also expected to miss the match. However, Liverpool will be boosted by the return of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has recovered from a hamstring injury.
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I. Konaté
Ibrahima Konaté
FranceThis season he played in total 12 times for 975 minutes for Premier League.
I. Konaté scored 1 goal for Liverpool. He procured one assist. He received 4 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 1st in Premier League. In the last match Liverpool won 2-0 against Real Madrid. The next match in Premier League will be against Manchester City.
Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool is currently 1st in the Premier League with 31 points.
In the last 12 games, it has won 10 times, drew once, and lost once. In its last match, Liverpool won 2-3 against Southampton.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 24 goals and conceding 8.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against Manchester City on Sunday 1st of December in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.
