Konaté France injury concerns have eased after Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté returned early from the France national team camp due to a minor thigh problem. The 25-year-old picked up the injury during Liverpool’s Premier League match against Chelsea last weekend and will now continue recovery at Anfield.
France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed the decision after Konaté trained separately from the rest of the squad and missed the team’s 4–0 victory over Azerbaijan.
“Konaté felt a bit of discomfort in his thigh,” Deschamps told reporters. “It’s nothing serious, but we agreed with Liverpool’s staff that he should return to his club for proper care.”
Liverpool requested his early release to help manage his fitness ahead of a busy fixture run, which includes Premier League, Europa League, and domestic cup matches. According to reports from L’Équipe and BBC Spor the club wants to avoid aggravating the issue.
Meanwhile, Inter Milan’s Benjamin Pavard has been called up to replace Konaté in the French squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifier against Iceland. Pavard, who has impressed in Serie A this season, will add defensive depth to Deschamps’ side.
Konaté remains one of Jurgen Klopp’s most reliable defenders, known for his pace, power, and calmness under pressure. Liverpool supporters will hope he returns quickly, with key matches against Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur on the horizon.
The Konaté France injury update serves as a reminder of Liverpool’s ongoing battle with fitness management this season. F
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