LIVERPOOL star Ibrahima Konate has turned heads after mysteriously hiding his identity with an eccentric fashion statement.
Konate arrived at France’s Clairefontaine base to join up with his team-mates ahead of their upcoming Nations League matches.
Ibrahima Konate wore a green mask while reporting for France duty
Konate left the photographers guessing with his bizarre fashion statement
The Liverpool ace looked happy as he unzipped his long mask for the press
He struck a pose before heading into France’s Clairefontaine training base
The 25-year-old has shown off his personality off the field. He is well-known for his strong defensive duo with Virgil van Dijk in the Premier League.
After turning heads at training while wearing a green hood that zips up to hide his face, Konate gained notice on social media.
The center back left the waiting photographers in suspense, leaving them unsure of who had triumphantly exited the vehicle.
Konate took a few steps towards the photographers before he laughed and said: “You don’t know who I am? Try to guess.”
He wore a checked black flannel suit over the top of the green underlay with chunky black shoes as he posed for pictures.
Konate then unzipped the bold face mask before he headed up the stairs and turned to pose again while sticking a “peace” V-sign up along the way.
He then escaped into the France HQ reception area with a camera man following him.
Unlike England stars, who all wear team tracksuits with the odd flash bag to St George’s Park, France players often show off their eccentric fashion tastes while reporting for international duty.
Due to the security situation in the Middle East, France will play Israel in Hungary before heading to Belgium on Monday.
Due to a hamstring problem, Kylian Mbappe missed time with Real Madrid and was not included in the team.
Liverpool has held preliminary discussions with Konate’s representation in an attempt to tie him down to a new deal.
The France international’s current agreement extends until the summer of 2026.
Since joining from RB Leipzig for £36 million in 2021, Konate has made 99 appearances. A fortnight ago, he scored his first Premier League goal against Wolves.
