Exclusive: Liverpool move one step closer to midfielder transfer
Liverpool have moved one step closer to signing their dream midfielder. Anfield Watch understands that as well as focusing on bringing in new wingers, Richard Hughes will prioritise midfield reinforce...
Exclusive: Liverpool move one step closer to midfielder transfer Liverpool have moved one step closer to signing their dream midfielder. Anfield Watch understands that as well as focusing on bringing in new wingers, Richard Hughes will prioritise midfield reinforcements in the upcoming summer transfer window, especially with uncertainty surrounding several key players. Curtis Jones could be among those departing, as he approaches the final year of his contract without a clear agreement in place over an extension.
His situation increases the urgency for the club to evaluate both its current midfield options and long-term strategy. Meanwhile, there are still unresolved questions about the futures of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, who are both under contract until the end of the 2027/28 season. Their cases, however, are developing differently.
Szoboszlai is making positive progress in talks with the club, and there is a mutual desire to reach an agreement. It is believed and expected that he will sign a new deal. On the other hand, discussions with Mac Allister have slowed, raising concerns about his longer-term commitment.
External interest is adding another layer of complexity. Mac Allister is being monitored by Manchester United and Real Madrid, and Liverpool would be open to a sale. Given that there is a possibility Liverpool could lose both Curtis Jones and Alexis Mac Allister, Hughes will have to add at least one if not two new midfielders to Arne Slot's squad.