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Arne Slot has confirmed that Liverpool's Kostas Tsimikas is set to return from his loan at AS Roma this summer. Tsimikas has one year left on his contract and his future at Liverpool remains uncertain.
Arne Slot confirms that Liverpool star could return this summer
Liverpoolâs current manager Arne Slot is set to welcome Kostas Tsimikas back to the squad after the Greek left-backâs season-long loan at AS Roma comes to an end. Tsimikas, whose future has been uncertain after a somewhat mixed spell in Serie A, will return with one year remaining on his contract at Anfield. But will he play a key role in the managerâs plans for the 2026/27 season?
During his time at Roma, Tsimikas made just 18 appearances in Serie A. He often found himself sidelined or out of the starting XI, as manager Gian Piero Gasperini alternated his defensive line-up. Despite some positive performances, the Greek international was not consistently trusted to hold down a regular spot in the side. His loan term included moments of uncertainty regarding his future, particularly when Liverpool considered bringing him back in January. Talks between the two clubs stalled, however, and Roma ultimately decided to retain Tsimikas for the remainder of the season.
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Now, with the loan officially nearing its end, Tsimikas looks set for a fresh start under Slot at Liverpool. The Dutch manager addressed the situation during his pre-match press conference ahead of Liverpoolâs clash with . When asked about the potential challenge of another transition in the squad, Slot confirmed that Tsimikas would return from his loan spell: âOne player probably replaced by Kostas Tsimikas who is coming back off loan.â
Kostas Tsimikas is expected to return to Liverpool this summer after his loan at AS Roma ends.
Kostas Tsimikas has one year remaining on his contract with Liverpool.
It is currently uncertain whether Kostas Tsimikas will play a key role in Liverpool's plans for the 2026/27 season.
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For Slot, the prospect of integrating Tsimikas back into the fold is not a cause for concern. âAs a manager, youâre never worried, youâre just looking forward to working with players,â he explained, showing his confidence in the 29-year-oldâs potential to contribute.
Liverpoolâs transfer priorities for the upcoming season will likely focus on strengthening key areas across the squad. However, bringing Tsimikas back into the fold offers a sensible, cost-effective solution at left-back. With an experienced player like Tsimikas already familiar with the clubâs environment, Slot could rely on him as a capable deputy for 2025/26 summer signing Milos Kerkez.
Tsimikasâ return could provide Liverpool with the depth they need without splashing cash on a new back-up left-back. Given Liverpoolâs financial situation and the need to address more pressing areas in the squad, this move makes sense. Slotâs preference for a low-risk option in Tsimikas fits within the clubâs broader strategy of managing the squad efficiently.
As Slot gears up for his third full season in charge at Anfield, the return of Kostas Tsimikas appears to be part of a broader plan to maximise squad depth. With the Greek defender expected to feature as a reliable option behind Kerkez, his experience and knowledge of the club will be valuable assets as Liverpool look to build on their recent successes. Though questions remain about his long-term future, for now, Tsimikas is set to play a role in Slotâs revamped squad.