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Ibrahim Konate will join Chelsea on a free transfer at season's end, rejecting interest from Real Madrid. Despite Liverpool's efforts to secure a new contract for the defender, Konate and his agents have turned down multiple offers, including the latest lucrative one. Reports indicate that Real Madrid aimed to bring Konate on board as a starting centre-back, even offering €15m as a signing-on fee. However, the France international prefers to stay in the Premier League, prioritizing competition in what he calls the most attractive league. Chelsea is planning a significant squad overhaul and has already been in touch with Konate's representatives. Meanwhile, Liverpool has identified Jeremy Jacquet as the 'chosen one' to replace Konate, with a transfer from Rennes lined up for the summer. Fabrizio Romano confirms that negotiations between Konate and Real Madrid are currently on hold.
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