Arne Slot is reveling in Liverpool’s recent triumph over Real Madrid. The Reds are edging closer to securing the most lucrative contract in the club’s history. Despite a frustrating summer without any new signings, Liverpool remains determined to keep their top talent.
Liverpool initially targeted Martin Zubimendi for the crucial No. 6 position in Arne Slot lineup. Zubimendi verbally committed but chose to remain loyal to Real Sociedad. This decision forced Liverpool to abandon their pursuit of a new midfielder this window.
On a positive note, Liverpool has reached an agreement on personal terms with Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili. The club is now discussing the transfer fee. Officials have also considered the implications for Alisson Becker and Caoimhin Kelleher.
While signing Mamardashvili is significant, retaining Liverpool’s current superstars is just as crucial. Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mohamed Salah all have contracts expiring at the end of the 2024/25 season. They can negotiate pre-contract agreements with overseas clubs starting January 1.
Van Dijk recently revealed that Liverpool has not yet offered him a new deal. Meanwhile, Alexander-Arnold emerged as a major transfer target for Real Madrid. The Spanish giants considered a cut-price transfer this summer or a free agent swoop next year.
Losing a homegrown star like Alexander-Arnold without receiving a fee would be disastrous for Liverpool. However, a recent update from Lewis Steele, the Daily Mail’s Merseyside correspondent, suggests that Real Madrid has cooled their interest in the right-back. This shift gives Liverpool a critical opportunity to secure Alexander-Arnold’s future without the looming threat of Real Madrid.
Reports from Football Insider indicate that Liverpool is preparing to offer Alexander-Arnold the biggest contract in the club’s history. Recent updates show that the player’s camp and Liverpool have made progress in discussions. Both sides are confident they will reach a deal within the coming months. TEAMtalk also confirmed that further talks are scheduled. Liverpool officials remain calm and optimistic about the outcome.
Real Madrid has a history of securing top targets like Aurelien Tchouameni and Jude Bellingham. But they may miss out on Alexander-Arnold. The Mail’s report about Real Madrid cooling their interest likely reflects the growing belief that Alexander-Arnold intends to re-sign with Liverpool.
