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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Carl Markham

Ibrahima Konate opens up on battle with depression after Diogo Jota and his father’s deaths

Konate is set to leave Liverpool this month - (PA)

Ibrahima Konate has opened up about a year of profound personal loss, revealing the immense toll it took on his mental health and performance.

The France international, who is set to leave Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of the month, endured a period of deep struggle following the death of his teammate Diogo Jota, which was tragically followed by the passing of his father, Hamady.

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