Contract discussions have been a major topic among Liverpool fans recently, as three key players are set to see their contracts expire next June.
Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold are all slated to become free agents in just over seven months. Salah has recently stated that the club has yet to present him with a new deal. However, there’s encouraging news about one of Liverpool’s defenders, whose future has been uncertain.
Trent Alexander-Arnold Poised to Sign New Deal
According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool’s ownership group, FSG, is becoming increasingly confident that Trent Alexander-Arnold will agree to a new contract. Reports indicate that he could be offered a deal worth more than £400,000 per week, which would make him the Premier League’s highest-paid player.
Although Real Madrid has long shown interest in the 26-year-old and maintained regular contact, it is believed that Alexander-Arnold’s main priority has always been to stay at Liverpool, his boyhood club. It’s also suggested that without Real Madrid’s pursuit, he may have already signed a new deal.
The club is reportedly calm about the situation and optimistic that an agreement could be reached soon, potentially before Christmas.
A Perfect Christmas Gift for Liverpool Fans
If these reports prove true, Liverpool could soon secure one of their most important players for the long term. This would certainly ease the worries of fans who have been concerned about the uncertain futures of Alexander-Arnold, Salah, and Van Dijk.
It would also alleviate concerns over Salah, especially after his recent remarks about his contract situation following Liverpool’s victory over Southampton. According to TEAMtalk, Sky Sports News correspondent Kaveh Solhekol has expressed confidence that Liverpool is unlikely to lose more than one of these three key players.
Positive News for Alexander-Arnold
In addition to the contract developments, James Pearce reported that Alexander-Arnold has returned to training with the squad ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League match against Real Madrid. This is a positive sign for the vice-captain, who had been sidelined due to injury for several weeks.
Although fans are eagerly awaiting an official announcement, the possibility of Alexander-Arnold extending his stay at Anfield would be a significant win for the club. If finalized, his new contract would further cement his status as a one-club player, delivering an early Christmas present to Liverpool supporters.
