Despite claiming just weeks ago that he was on the verge of signing a new contract, Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool. The French defender can depart as a free transfer this summer and follow Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson out the door. Last month, after beating Everton 2-1, Konate confirmed that an agreement on a new deal was “close”. He added: “For sure there is a big chance I’m here next season. This is what I always wanted. I’m wai…