James Pearce has hinted that one of Liverpool’s key players could make a decision about his future ‘very, very soon’ as the three-pronged contract saga awaits the outcome.
Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold are all six months away from the end of their contracts at Anfield, with Real Madrid rejecting an approach for the latter earlier this week.
The Champions League holders are expected to test Men’s resolve again in their pursuit of the 26-year-old (Paul Joyce), and it now appears that this long-running soap opera may finally be approaching a conclusion one way or another. .
Pierce: Trent will decide his future ‘very, very soon’
Trent’s future inevitably became a major talking point on the latest episode of The Athletic’s Walk On podcast, with Pearce sharing what he currently knows about the Liverpool right-back’s situation as his contract nears expiration.
The reporter explained: “The information I have is that no firm decision has yet been made regarding his future. Of course, if he doesn’t, he’s going to have to make it very quickly.”
The Trent saga may finally be coming to an end
While most Liverpool fans clearly want Trent to stay, we suspect some may already be resigned to his departure for Real Madrid and welcome the end to months of ‘will he or won’t he?’ talk.
The longer it goes on, the more it will inevitably become linked to an assessment of his on-field performance. The 26-year-old has generally been excellent this season, as he has managed to stay focused despite the constant discourse directed at him. future.
Although the Reds already have a capable alternative in Conor Bradley should the vice-captain depart, the England international will be incredibly difficult to keep up with given the unrivaled passing ability he brings to the team.
If Liverpool announce in the coming weeks that Trent has signed a new contract and taken the opportunity to join Real Madrid, imagine what a lift this will give Arne Slot’s side to their fan base as they chase down major winners. season.
With Pearce saying we need to make a decision soon on the right-back’s future, it appears at least we are finally on the verge of clarity. Fingers crossed that the result will be what Reds fans crave.
