The very latest Liverpool transfer news and rumours including updates on Luis Diaz and Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold.(Image: Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
After Liverpool wrapped up the Premier League title last weekend – against Tottenham Hotspur – attention has already shifted to next season and how the Reds can become even stronger. Arne Slot has enjoyed a remarkable first season as head coach at Anfield, making the task of succeeding Jurgen Klopp appear seamless.
The Dutchman made history by becoming the first manager from his homeland to win the Premier League, in the process delivering a record-equalling 20th league title to the club. One of the key ways Liverpool can continue to improve is by securing their star players to long-term contracts.
Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk have now committed their futures, but uncertainty remains over other squad members, including Real Madrid-linked vice-captain Trent Alexander-Arnold.
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With that in mind, here’s our in-depth look at the latest Liverpool news and rumours – including updates on two players whose futures remain uncertain;
Liverpool ‘set for contract talks’
Luis Diaz is under contract at Anfield until the summer of 2027 – and he has become a key figure in the squad since his arrival from Porto in January 2022. This season, under Slot, he has been invaluable, operating both out wide and through the middle, registering 16 goals across all competitions.
However, with his contract ticking down and links emerging to both Barcelona and the lucrative Saudi Pro League, speculation has grown around his long-term future at Liverpool. That said, if recent reports are anything to go by, a resolution could be found sooner rather than later.
According to Sky Sports journalist, Kaveh Solhekol, Diaz and his representatives are expected to ramp up contract talks at the end of the season. Salary figures, via Capology, indicate Diaz is among the lowest-paid members of the Liverpool squad, so the Colombian will no doubt be looking for terms that reflect his growing importance.
TAA early exit conditions emerge
In less positive news, links between Alexander-Arnold and Real Madrid are showing no signs of slowing down. Despite reports since January suggesting that a deal between the player and the Spanish giants is all-but done, growing optimism had emerged among Liverpool supporters that the academy graduate may have a change of heart – especially after their Premier League title win.
That now seems unlikely, though, with the latest reports from Spain outlining Real Madrid’s plan to sign Alexander-Arnold before his contract expires at the end of June. The club are set to compete in this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup and would – reportedly – like the defender in place to feature in the tournament.
According to Spanish outlet AS, Liverpool will consider releasing Alexander-Arnold early under two conditions. The player must submit the request himself, and he must forgo his June salary, believed to be just under £1million.
The report also suggests that Real Madrid would need to pay compensation, though that figure is expected to be nominal, as Liverpool would save money on wages. It has been suggested the total cost of the deal for the La Liga club would fall between £1.2million and £1.7million.
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