Liverpool Make Improved Contract Offer to Trent Alexander-Arnold Amid Real Madrid Interest
Liverpool have enhanced their contract proposal to Trent Alexander-Arnold, but it remains uncertain whether the England international will accept the terms as Real Madrid continue to pursue him.
Sources close to the situation have informed *CaughtOffside* that Real Madrid has scheduled a meeting for January to intensify their efforts to sign Alexander-Arnold, who is a key target for the La Liga giants.
Negotiations have been ongoing for months, but Los Blancos hope this early meeting with the player’s representatives will accelerate the process.
Liverpool’s Offer
Liverpool have reportedly tabled a four-year contract worth around €20 million per year for Alexander-Arnold, though the player has yet to make a final decision.
Focus on Retaining Key Players
Alexander-Arnold isn’t the only high-profile Liverpool player facing contract uncertainty. Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk are also nearing the end of their current deals.
Salah: Talks are said to be progressing positively, with Liverpool likely to offer a two-year contract with an option for a third.
The club aims to finalize the deal by the end of 2024 to fully focus on the season ahead. While discussions have been complex, recent developments suggest an agreement is increasingly likely.
Van Dijk: The Dutch defender has expressed his desire to remain at Anfield. Like Salah, he is seeking a two-year contract with favorable financial terms.
Balancing Long-Term Investments
Liverpool’s decision to commit to longer-term deals for ageing stars like Salah and Van Dijk carries some risk. However, both players have performed exceptionally well under Arne Slot this season, making their demands reasonable.
The coming weeks will be crucial as Liverpool looks to secure their key players while fending off Real Madrid’s interest in Alexander-Arnold.
A resolution to these negotiations could play a significant role in the club’s ambitions for the current campaign.
