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Sees red card Konate was sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 88th minute of Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Arsenal.

Impact Konate is set for a one match suspension after he was handed two yellow cards during Sunday's loss. With Joel Matip out for the season, this leaves Jarell Quansah with a chance to get another start at center back alongside Virgil van Dijk for Saturday's clash with Burnley.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Steady once more Konate registered two tackles (two won) and two clearances in Wednesday's 4-1 win versus Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 76th minute.

Impact Konate had another solid, if not glamorous, start, putting together a stout defensive performance and just missing out on a clean sheet. The center-back may not be lighting up the stat sheet, but he simply isn't needed to as the midfield mops up most issues. Konate will be a mainstay in the starting XI alongside Virgil van Dijk whenever the pairing are fit.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Busy going forward Konate registered four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Manchester United.

Impact Konate didn't have much to do defensively so he joined the attack surprisingly often. Even more disappointing was the fact that he had the chance of the game, a header he sent just over the bar. Konate will be tasked with a huge role going forward following the season-ending injury Joel Matip (knee) suffered.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in Europa League Konate got the start during Thursday's 4-0 win over LASK in the Europa League.

Impact Konate returned to the starting XI for Thursday's one-sided win over LASK. The defender should see plenty of minutes in the Premier League as well now that he is fully fit and available once more. Konate is likely the preferred choice alongside Virgil van Dijk moving forward.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Manchester City Konate is on the bench for Saturday's match with Manchester City.

Impact Konate returns to the squad list after sitting out one match and skipping international duties. He has tallied two tackles, two interceptions, 16 clearances, and four blocks in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Konate (undisclosed) returned to training Thursday, Paul Joyce reports.

Impact Konate was withdrawn from the France national team but evidently overcame whatever was bothering him, as he returned to training immediately out of the break. The center-back will compete for a spot in the starting XI ahead of a Saturday trip to title-contenders Manchester City.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Withdrawn from national team Konate missed Sunday's win against Brentford and was always withdrawn from the France national team due to injury.

Impact Konate had gone 90 minutes in back-to-back league matches and was even on the bench for the trip to Toulouse, meaning he likely picked something up in training. The injury is still unknown, but he'll get two weeks before the Nov. 25 trip to Manchester City. Joel Matip started in his place against Brentford and would likely remain there if Konate has to miss more time.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Starts in Europa League win Konate played 82 minutes in Thursday's 3-1 win over LASK Linz in the UEFA Europa League group stage. He racked up two clearances, two tackles and two interceptions.

Impact Konate returned to the starting lineup for the first time since the match against Bournemouth in Round 2 of the Premier League season, and his presence should provide a huge boost to the team's defensive line. Despite the quick turnaround and the traveling between games, Konate could be an option to start at center-back when Liverpool takes on West Ham United in the Premier League on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Wolverhampton Konate (hamstring) will begin on the bench in Saturday's clash with Wolverhampton.

Impact Konate is good to go following a hamstring problem, but he won't get the nod right away. Jarell Quansah is teaming up with Joel Matip in the middle of the defense from the get-go.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option Saturday Konate (hamstring) has trained the last two days and is expected to be an option Saturday against Wolves, according to manager Jurgen Klopp.

Impact Konate has been out a little more than three weeks with this injury and will be a late call for this match. He probably shouldn't return immediately, but he has a couple days of training in him and Liverpool are thin on the back line. If he doesn't start, it could be a situation where Jarell Quansah gets a surprise call or even Conor Bradley comes into the XI for Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back, as Joe Gomez and Joel Matip are already backups projected to start.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Thursday Konate (hamstring) was spotted in training and should be available for Saturday's match at Wolverhampton.

Impact The France international missed the matches against Newcastle United and Aston Villa due to this injury, but he should be in contention to play a role Saturday at Molineux. If fit enough, Konate should slot right into the starting lineup, given Virgil van Dijk will be out due to suspension.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured running Konate (hamstring) was pictured running individually, Liverpool Echo reports.

Impact Konate was expected to be fit and available after the international break and seems to be trending towards that. The defender would be even more crucial as Virgil van Dijk's suspension was extended by a further match following his comments to the official. If Konate isn't fit to start Joel Matip would partner Joe Gomez in the center of the backline.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to feature for France Konate will miss France's first match during the international break because of his hamstring injury.

Impact Konate has missed Liverpool's last two games and it seems like a stretch for him to play for France over the break. He suffered the injury a little more than a week ago and will have almost three weeks of time on the sidelines, assuming he doesn't play for France, by the time Liverpool's trip to Wolverhampton rolls around.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Konate (strain) is out against Aston Villa on Sunday.

Impact Konate missed the Newcastle match last week and will miss out again here. The central defender will hope to return after the international break when the Reds take on Wolverhampton on Sep. 16.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out as expected Konate is not in the match day squad to face Newcastle on Sunday.

Impact Konate misses out as expected as he continues his recovery from a muscle strain. Joel Matip partners Virgil van Dijk in center of Liverpool's back four in place of Konate.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt Sunday Konate (strain) is uncertain for Sunday's trip to Newcastle, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "And Ibou is a doubt. Yeah, playing 40 minutes with 10 men didn't help, let me say i...

Impact Konate's injury wasn't detailed but it appears the extra running during a 3-1 win over Bournemouth may have caused a minor issue. Konate has been the top choice center-back alongside Virgil van Dijk, playing every minute in the opening two matches. If Konate is rested it will be Joe Gomez or Joel Matip partnering van Dijk against a threatening Magpies attack.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season as starter Konate made 17 starts in 18 appearances in the Premier League, recording 56 clearances, 38 tackles (26 won) and 26 interceptions.

Impact Konate had missed most of the first half with injuries, but ended the season with consistent starts, totaling 14 starts during his last 14 appearances while averaging about 2.7 clearances per match. The defender is set to return for his third season as the expected starter at center back alongside Virgil van Dijk.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Sunday Konate is fit and in the match day squad to face Southampton on Sunday.

Impact Konate has recovered from an illness in time to take up a role on the bench Sunday. The defender is available from the bench with Joel Matip and Joe Gomez partnering in the center of Liverpool's back four.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Konate missed Thursday's training with an illness and is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Southampton, according to manager Jurgen Klopp.

Impact Konate has started 14 of the last 15 matches and it might be best to give him a break with nothing to play for in the finale. Klopp has already mentioned likely rotation and that could mean Joel Matip or Joe Gomez entering the back line with Konate not 100 percent.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three tackles Saturday Konate generated one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 20th minute.

Impact Konate made three tackles and two interceptions during Saturday's one-all draw. The center-back was also good for two clearances but just barely failed to confirm the clean sheet. Konate has earned a major role alongside Virgil van Dijk in the starting XI and will head into the final Premier League match as a key piece of a defense that hit it's stride in the closing stages of the Premier League.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 6, 2023 • SKY.COM

Starting against Spurs Konate is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Konate returns after being rested in mid week against West Ham United. The defender will partner Virgil van Dijk in the center of Liverpool's back four having helped his side keep four clean sheets in 13 appearances.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rested on Wednesday Konate (rest) was not an option for Wednesday's 2-1 win over West Ham United. "Ibou could have played. He is not injured. But he had in the last few weeks he's always had to rest l...

Impact Klopp revealed after the match Wednesday that Konate was not injured and that he was given a day to rest. He did miss a few games in February with a hamstring injury, so Wednesday's decision to rest the defender was as a precaution to prevent any further injuries. He is expected back in the lineup Sunday after starting in the last nine contests, totaling 28 clearances and 20 tackles (15 won) in that span.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against West Ham Konate (undisclosed) is not in Liverpool's match day squad to face West Ham United on Wednesday

Impact Konate is missing this mid-week match with a knock, with Joel Matip starting alongside Virgil Van Dijk in his place and Joe Gomez an option off the bench in central defense.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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