Ibrahima Konaté
RMA
Center Back
Ball-Playing Center Back
May 25, 1999 (27)
Right
6'4"
209 lb
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2026/2027 La Liga
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2026/2027 La Liga
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Cleared for Villarreal clash
Konate (knee) is fit to play in Saturday's La Liga clash against Villarreal after recovering from his injury, according to manager Jose Mourinho.
Analysis: Konate has made sufficient progress in his recovery after recently resuming full team training while wearing a supportive strap on his right knee. The center-back's availability provides a significant boost to Real Madrid's depleted defense, with Dean Huijsen suspended and both Eder Militao (hamstring) and Raul Asencio (lower leg) sidelined. Given the lack of available options in central defense, Konate could be in line to start against Villarreal, potentially reducing the need to deploy Aurelien Tchouameni or Alvaro Carreras out of position.
Trains with strap on right knee
Konate was spotted training with the team on Tuesday and wearing a strap on his right knee, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Konate had already been ruled out of Saturday's clash with Villarreal while working his way back from a knee injury, so his return to team training represents an encouraging step in his recovery. Real Madrid are thin at center back, with Dean Huijsen suspended and Eder Militao (hamstring) and Raul Asencio (lower leg) injured, making Konate's progress particularly important. Until he is back to full speed, Aurelien Tchouameni or Alvaro Carreras could be asked to provide emergency cover in central defense.
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