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Ibrahima Konate is close to agreeing a renewal of his contract and boost Liverpools summer transfer plans.

For months the future of the France centre-back, whose current deal expires in June, has been the subject of speculation with him having been linked to Real Madrid earlier in the season.

But Konate suggested he indicated to club officials at the start of the campaign he was inclined to sign a new contract and, after months of uncertainty, that now appears to have finally come to fruition.

My future? To be fair, there are many things people have said but for a long time we have spoken with the club and we are close to an agreement, said the 26-year-old after the 2-1 Merseyside derby win at Everton.

I think everyone wished for that for as long as possible but we are in a good way. For sure there is a big chance Im here next season. This is what I always wanted.

Im waiting to sort the contract but when everything is sorted you will have to ask Richard (Hughes, Liverpools sporting director) what I said to him in September, November and hes going to say something to make everyone quiet.

It was a tough year and I think if everyone knew exactly what happened to me, they could understand many things, which kind of sacrifices Ive done for this club.

Right now we focus on the end of the season and make sure we are qualified for the Champions League and after we (can) take the time to talk about the season because its going to be a big part of my story and its sad in one part (his father died in January).

Extending Konates stay will avoid the immediate need for Liverpool to go in search of a centre-back signing.

Rennes Jeremy Jacquet arrives in the summer after a 60million deal was done for the 20-year-old in January and Giovanni Leoni, 19, will return from an ACL injury sustained on his debut in September.

Joe Gomez has a year remaining on his deal but could be one of the players to leave after another difficult campaign with injuries but that would still leave four centre-backs, with captain Van Dijk entering the final 12 months of his contract.

It would allow resources to be used to strengthen elsewhere with possibly two forwards, a midfielder and potentially another left-back more of a priority.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is set to stay at Old Trafford this summer, according to reports.

Fernandes was linked with a move to Saudi Arabia last summer and rumours have continued to swirl throughout his record breaking season this term. 

The playmaker has previously said that "I will be here until the club says to me that it's time to go," and has a year left on his current contract, which does include the option to extend for a further season. 

However, according to The Sun, should United qualify for the Champions League next summer, Fernandes is likely to stay at the club. 

Team-mate Senne Lammens has also said he believes his skipper wants to remain at the club and has his sights set on bringing the first Premier League title to Old Trafford since 2013. 

"I think, because he wants to win Champions Leagues and he wants to win the Premier League, so thats what hes thinking about and thats what tries to give us as well," he said. 

"Hes very demanding of course. But he also knows that in the Premier League, in the way we are, you can win and lose some games."

Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai remains relaxed about negotiations over a new contract at Anfield.

The Hungary captain, who has been his side's standout performer in an otherwise dismal title defence by the Premier League champions, has a deal with the Reds that runs until the summer of 2028.

There has been no real progression, so I cannot say anything new about my contract situation," said the 25-year-old after Sunday's dramatic 2-1 win at Everton.

"We have a lot of games to go and I am focusing on that.

Of course I see myself here in the long term but, as I say, it is not really in my hands any more.

I love being here, as I said many times. Im completely relaxed.

We have five games to go, then I am going to rest a big one after my international break. Then we will see.

Barnsley have confirmed that head coach Conor Hourihane will leave the club at the end of the season. 

Hourihane was promoted from assistant manager to caretaker boss in 2025, before being appointed the permanent head coach a year ago today. 

Barnsley sit 12th in League One, the exact position they finished in last season and 12 points adrift of the play-off places they finished in the two years prior.

I am incredibly grateful to the Club for giving me the opportunity to begin my management journey, particularly at a Club that means so much to me,  Hourihane said.

I want to say a massive thank you to the Barnsley supporters. I will always hold Barnsley in my heart and wish the Club nothing but the very best for the future.

Following discussions between the Club and myself, we both felt that a change in the summer would be best to ensure a smooth transition. The main focus now is on the final five games and finishing the season as strongly as possible to provide the best platform going forward.

Hourihanes final game in charge of the Reds will be the Sky Bet League One fixture against Stockport County at Oakwell on Saturday 2 May 2026.

Cole Palmer has insisted he has "no plans" to leave Chelsea amid speculation linking him with a summer move.

Palmer has a contract in west London until 2033, but  of the playmaker who grew up in the Wythenshawe area.

"Obviously Manchester is my home. All my family are there, but I dont miss it," he told The Guardian. Ive got no plans to move from Chelsea."

Chelsea currently sit seventh but Palmer said he had been given assurances that the club would be making signings to help them compete further up the table.

"If we finish in a Champions League spot it puts us in a good position to sign players that we need," he said. "We spoke to the owners and theyre sure of the players that are gonna do it."

in a rare interview, saying: "I think we're behind Liam."

Giving his own backing to Rosenior, Palmer said: "The manager is good and when he has a proper pre-season and gets his ideas across properly and the way he wants to play hes a top coach. "

Oliver Glasner insists he has had no trouble maintaining 100 per cent commitment to Crystal Palace as he approaches the end of his tenure in south London.

In January, the Eagles boss announced his intention to move on when his contract expires at the conclusion of the current campaign.

Austrian Glasner, 51, led Palace to their first major trophy when they lifted the FA Cup in 2025 and could be on course to guide them to another after they reached the Conference League semi-finals on Thursday night.

For me its easy because Im doing this job, because Im loving this job and then its always 100 per cent, Glasner told Your Site.

As soon as I feel I can just give 99 per cent, I would leave and then maybe retire or whatever.

I think this is what every player, every fan, and everybody, every employee of Crystal Palace deserves, that the manager, that I give 100 per cent. Thats what I am always doing and so that is really easy for me.

Glasner gave Palace the night off in Florence to celebrate after reaching the Conference League last four.

They next face relegation-battling West Ham in the Premier League at Selhurst Park on Monday night.

Sandro Tonali has responded to reports linking the midfielder with a summer move away from Newcastle United.

Newcastle have made no secret of the fact they need to "trade" this summer to allow for a rebuild of their first-team squad, with Tonali understood to have a list of suitors both in England and on the continent.

However, the Italy international, who has been one of the standout Premier League midfielders since moving to St James' Park from AC Milan in the summer of 2023, says such speculation is normal when you are in form for your club.

"I dont look at social media, I dont like it," said the 25-year-old in an exclusive interview with Your Site ahead of Newcastle's home clash with Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon.

"After my ban I changed everything with social media, I just go to training and then go home and be with my family. My life is much better now. 

"In football if you play well you have to deal with the rumours, but if you concentrate 100 per cent on your game, and youre happy, you dont have to think about anything or speak about anything."

See the full interview with Tonali on Your Site News Soccer Saturday Prematch on Saturday morning from 10am. 

Moises Caicedo has signed a new contract with Chelsea until 2033. 

The midfielder has been handed a pay rise as a reward for his impact and performances since he moved to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea signed Caicedo in August 2023 from Brighton for 115m on an eight-year contract with the option of a further year. 

The 24-year-old has made 140 appearances and scored eight goals, featuring in the club's Conference League and Club World Cup triumphs.

Caicedos extension comes just a month after captain Reece James also signed a new contract until 2032.

The news will be a boost for Chelsea during a difficult spell when the team has been struggling on the pitch and Enzo Fernandez and Marc Cucurella have been linked with moves away from Stamford Bridge. 

Caicedo said: "I am so happy to have extended my contract at Chelsea.

"I believe in this team, this club and I know were going in the right direction. Weve only just begun together.

"There is still a lot more to achieve, and Im very hungry to keep improving every day. I want to win more trophies with Chelsea and give everything for this club and for the fans.

"We have enjoyed some great times together already and my dream is to become a Chelsea legend, and I will work as hard as possible to make that happen."

Tottenham are leading the race to sign soon-to-be free agent defender Marcos Senesi, according to The Athletic.

The report claims Spurs are in advanced talks over a deal for the Bournemouth defender, subject to the club avoiding relegation from the Premier League.

Senesi's Bournemouth contract runs out at the end of the season, and he has been linked with a move to Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United.

Spurs are in a perilous position, sitting in the relegation zone, two points adrift of safety with six games to go.

Senesi's situation remains open with interest from other clubs as well, the report adds.

Arsenal have joined the race to sign Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, according to The Telegraph.

Mingueza's contract at the LaLiga club is set to expire at the end of the season with the player set to become a free agent. 

Aston Villa and Fulham are also reportedly showing interest in the versatile defender, who can play at centre back or right back.

Mingueza has made 40 appearances for Celta Vigo this season, scoring one goal and providing six assists.