Liverpool have triggered the release clause in Ibrahima Konate’s contract at RB Leipzig, with a five-year contract agreed with the French defender.

The 22-year-old has been heavily linked with the Reds for some time, and a big-money move to England has now been pushed through.

A long-term deal has been agreed with the highly-rated defender and he is all set to open a new chapter in his career at Anfield.

What has been said?
Upon completing a switch to England, Konate told the Reds’ official website: “I’m really happy to be joining such a massive club like Liverpool.

“It’s a really exciting moment for me and my family and I am really looking forward to meeting my new team-mates, the staff and getting started on this new chapter.

“Right now, my focus is on the U21 European Championships with France, but after this competition I know I will be joining one of the best teams in the world and that gives me a great feeling.

“I have worked very hard for many years to get to this point, but I would like to say a big thank you to everyone at RB Leipzig and all the people I worked with there – the coaches, my team-mates, the staff and especially the fans.

“Your support helped me grow up during my time there and become not only a better player, but a better man and I will always be grateful for it.”

What is the deal worth?
Konate’s release clause at Leipzig was worth in excess of £35 million ($50m), with Liverpool investing heavily in securing his services.

All of the relevant paperwork is now in place, with signatures added where required.

A medical has also been completed, with a top target snapped up early in the summer by Jurgen Klopp.