Liverpool faces a crucial decision regarding Alexis Mac Allister's contract as uncertainty grows about his future. The midfielder has not consistently performed at his previous Premier League-winning level.
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âTellingâ Alexis Mac Allister contract detail at Liverpool spotted by journalist
Liverpool may soon have a major decision to make over Alexis Mac Allister, with James Pearce highlighting a contract situation that increasingly feels difficult to ignore.
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The Argentina international has struggled to consistently hit the heights he reached during our Premier League-winning campaign, and there now appears to be uncertainty around what comes next for the 27-year-old midfielder.
Writing for The Athletic, Pearce pointed towards one particularly âtellingâ detail involving the clubâs recent contract activity.
Responding to a supporter question about whether Liverpool should consider selling the former Brighton man, Pearce wrote: âIt feels telling that Liverpool renewed Gravenberchâs contract and are in talks with âs representative, while Mac Allisterâs father Carlos recently said there were no discussions with the Argentina international over an extension.â
Alexis Mac Allister's contract situation at Liverpool is becoming increasingly uncertain, prompting discussions about his future.
Alexis Mac Allister has struggled to maintain the high performance he showed during Liverpool's Premier League-winning campaign, leading to concerns about his form.
The uncertainty surrounding Alexis Mac Allister's contract could impact Liverpool's squad planning and future transfer decisions.
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That immediately stands out because the Reds have moved quickly to secure other midfielders viewed as central to Arne Slotâs long-term plans.
Paul Joyce recently noted a similar concern when discussing the World Cup winnerâs future, writing that there is now âdoubtâ surrounding the midfielder amid stalled negotiations.
The Athletic journalist also pointed to Mac Allisterâs difficult preparation for the season.
âMissing most of pre-season really hampered Mac Allister: it feels like heâs been playing catch-up ever since.â
That certainly matches what many supporters have seen during a frustrating campaign where Liverpoolâs midfield has lacked rhythm and control far too often.
Pearce then raised the key issue facing Liverpoolâs hierarchy.
âAged 27 and with two years left on his deal, Liverpool have a big decision.â
From a business perspective, this is probably the final window where Liverpool could command a truly massive fee for the South American playmaker which is why there is talk of him being a âsaleable assetâ.
Pearce added: âTo sell him, Iâd want at least double the ÂŁ35million Liverpool paid Brighton & Hove Albion for him three years ago.â
In truth, replacing Mac Allister wouldnât be easy despite his inconsistent form.
The midfielder still has the technical quality, aggression and intelligence to dominate games when fully fit and confident.
However, with Ryan Gravenberch tied down, Dominik Szoboszlai in talks and Florian Wirtz already at the club, it does increasingly feel like Liverpool are preparing for another significant midfield reshuffle.