Ibrahima Konate: French defender ‘very sad’ to be sacked by Liverpool, confirms Anfield exit

The French defender, Ibrahima Konate, said that he was “very sad” because he could not say goodbye Liverpool Supporters say they will leave the club this summer after confirmation.

Konate, 27, joined. Liverpool He will sign from RB Leipzig in 2021 for £35m on a five-year contract and has previously been in talks to extend his stay at Anfield.

However, those Discussions ended Between the center and the club in terms of value and wages.

Konate played 183 games Liverpool He has won the Premier League, FA Cup and two League Cups in all competitions.

The Frenchman thanked his fans in his post Instagram account, External “For your love, energy and amazing support” during his time on Merseyside.

But he was upset because he didn’t get the chance to say goodbye to them LiverpoolThe last game of the Premier League season Bournemouth A week ago.

“I’m really sad that I didn’t get the chance to say goodbye to you all at the last game. I didn’t know then that it would be my last time wearing this jersey in front of you,” Konate wrote.

“Anfield is a really special place, and playing in front of you was something I didn’t take for granted.

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything, I love and carry you all Liverpool with me wherever I go. This is not an easy goodbye, but it is time for a new challenge and a new chapter.

Liverpool In a statement, Konate said he leaves with gratitude and appreciation for his contribution and that all members of the club “wish him well for the future”.

Konate said to play for Liverpool It has been an “honor” and leaves “memories that will stay with me for the rest of my life.”

He added: “We have shared amazing times together. Highs and lows, trophies, challenges, lifelong friendships and heartbreaks that will stay with us forever. Nothing hurts more than losing our brother Diogo (Jota).

“Losing my father this year was one of the most difficult moments in my life, but even in adversity, my commitment to this club never changed. In difficult times, I gave everything I had to this badge.”