Danny Murphy claims that Arne Slot's Liverpool team get worse when Ibrahima Konate does not start after their win over Ipswich.

Arne Slot recently welcomed back Ibrahima Konate from a period out injured and the Liverpool boss is keen not to put too much on the defender amid fears his problem could return

Ibrahima Konate has admitted he has needed painkillers to play for Liverpool recently - that should come as a major worry, and leaves FSG no other option this month

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté has said he would "die" for the club and has admitted to playing through pain in order to help his team challenge for the Premier League title.

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté is still to sign an Anfield contract extension despite being offered a new deal. The French defender has 18 months left on his current terms, talks having opened earlier this season, and he confirmed on Monday that a proposal has been made by the club.

The Liverpool center-back has been outstanding this season alongside Virgil van Dijk, but Arne Slot wants to see him develop one aspect of his game and feels it would have a big impact on the team

The latest on Curtis Jones and Ibrahima Konate's fitness issues as Arne Slot previews Liverpool's game with Ipswich on Saturday

All the latest Liverpool news and transfer gossip as Arne Slot looks to strengthen his squad before the January window slams shut

Konate injured a knee in the victory over Real Madrid at the end of November but, when Gomez limped off against West Ham on December 29, Konate was put straight back in the starting line-up for the next match against Manchester United.

Ibrahima Konaté is the latest Liverpool player to deliberate over his future after confirming the club’s offer of a new contract remains unsigned.

Liverpool 's Ibrahima Konate has confirmed that he has been offered a new contract by the club, but hinted that he is not close to signing an extension. The French international's current deal runs until the summer of 2026.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot shares where Ibrahima Konate can improve as he sung the Reds defender's praises ahead of the Ipswich Town clash.