Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mohamed Salah are all nearing the end of their contracts with Liverpool, leaving their futures at the club uncertain.
With just six months remaining on their current deals, no agreements have been finalized, raising questions about their long-term status at Anfield.
Speculation around Alexander-Arnold’s future has intensified, with reports linking him to Real Madrid. Madrid allegedly approached Liverpool for the right-back before the transfer window opened, but their offer was swiftly rejected.
However, new reports claim Madrid is prepared to bid £20 million to sign him this month rather than wait for his contract to expire in the summer.
While Liverpool is unlikely to let key players leave during a title race, there remains a risk that Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, and Salah could depart as free agents in a few months.
Salah’s Contract Uncertainty
Mohamed Salah has been the most outspoken about his uncertain future, admitting that contract negotiations have stalled.
Despite delivering outstanding performances this season, with 21 goals and 17 assists, his long-term stay at Liverpool remains in doubt.
Former footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink criticized Liverpool’s handling of Salah’s situation, suggesting the club should let him go due to his age. “If I were Liverpool’s owner, I’d let Salah leave.
He’s turning 33 and asking for a three-year deal, which doesn’t make sense given the wages he’s demanding,” Hasselbaink said. He also argued that Liverpool’s failure to resolve the issue earlier was a significant misstep.
Recent reports suggest Salah is nearing a two-year extension, but unresolved issues, including image rights, have delayed finalizing the deal.
However, there is optimism that an agreement can be reached, which would be a major boost for Liverpool’s long-term plans.
Manager Maintains Focus
Amid the speculation, Liverpool manager Arne Slot emphasized his focus on the team’s performance rather than off-field distractions.
“If anything is bothering the players, they’ll talk to me,” Slot said. “Right now, our priority is improving our game, not external rumors.”
With the futures of three key players hanging in the balance, Liverpool faces the urgent task of securing their contracts or risking significant departures on free transfers.
