Real Madrid held an official welcome ceremony for Ibrahima Konaté ahead of upcoming matches.
During the event, Adrián San Miguel likened his qualities to a blend of Rüdiger’s aggression and strength with Huijsen’s footwork. San Miguel noted Konaté shows the right mindset and experience to make a major impact.
Moving forward, Konaté is expected to strengthen the backline with his defensive power and tactical skill.
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