Liverpool manager Arne Slot has spoken highly of Ibrahima Konate in his pre-match press conference as the Reds prepare to face Ipswich Town in the Premier League.
Slot praised the French defender’s physical attributes and defensive prowess, while also pointing out areas for further growth.
“I think he’s already very good. It’s a centre-back that without him even touching the ball you already feel, ‘Quite impressive’ because he’s so strong and tall. I think one of the things he could improve, in my opinion at least, is his play with the ball, bringing the ball out from the back.
Defensively, he’s of the highest standard. I think he’s fast, he’s strong, he wins duels through the air, over the ground and can cover for his teammates as well if he’s needed, he can play one-v-one with a lot of space in his back. So, defensively there’s not a lot he could or can improve,” Arne Slot has said.
