Liverpool keen to lock down defensive duo with new contracts

The Reds are in advanced contract negotiations with two of their defenders - Jarrel Quansah and Ibrahima Konate. According to The Mirror, Liverpool is looking to secure their futures by offering them improved contracts with higher wages.

Konate has become a mainstay in defence alongside Virgil Van Dijk so far this season.

While Quansah is still young, he has already shown that he can handle the Premier League.

Konate has two years left on his deal, while Quansah does hae three years left on his current terms.