Liverpool accelerate contract talks with key midfielder Szoboszlai
Liverpool are in advanced talks with Dominik Szoboszlai over a new contract, with the club pushing to secure the midfielder's long-term future at Anfield. According to sources, negotiations are progressing positively, with a new and improved deal for the Hungarian international now a priority for the club's hierarchy.
Szoboszlai, 25, has emerged as a pivotal figure in Liverpool's midfield since his arrival from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2023. His performances have convinced manager Arne Slot and the club's sporting department that he is a cornerstone for the future, with the player even being considered as a potential future captain. With two years remaining on his current contract, Liverpool are moving to secure his services for the long term and ward off potential suitors.
Negotiations are moving in a positive direction, with an agreement in principle already reached on a significant pay rise that would place Szoboszlai among the club's top earners. The deal is seen as a reward for his standout performances and a clear signal of his importance to the club's long-term project. The club is pushing to finalize the new contract before the start of the next campaign.
The urgency from Liverpool's perspective is twofold. Firstly, it secures a key asset, and secondly, it acts as a pre-emptive move to deter interest from other European giants. Real Madrid have been monitoring Szoboszlai's situation, as they continue to assess midfield options. Securing the 25-year-old's future would be a significant statement of intent from Liverpool as they plan for the future under their new manager.
Parallel to the Szoboszlai discussions, Liverpool are also in talks with defender Ibrahima Konate over a new deal. While progress on that front has slowed due to negotiations over contractual details, the club remains optimistic that both players will commit their futures to Anfield. Securing Szoboszlai, in particular, is viewed as a crucial piece of business to build a competitive squad for the coming seasons.
