FSG deserve trust over Liverpool contracts but Trent Alexander-Arnold must ask himself big question

The second part of John Aldridge's ECHO column touches on the futures of Trent Alexander-Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/fsg-deserve-trust-over-liverpool-30548796

FSG set to take look into Liverpool future with millions on the line

Liverpool take on Girona in a Champions League clash with more on the line than some might think

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/fsg-set-take-look-liverpool-30548704

Premier League confirm TV fixture changes including big Man Utd and Liverpool games

The Premier League has announced the TV fixtures for February, with some huge matches at both ends of the table including Manchester United and Liverpool games.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1986663/Premier-League-TV-fixtures-Man-Utd-Liverpool

Arne Slot keen to 'skip' Champions League games as Liverpool take on Girona

Liverpool are looking to secure their spot in the last 16 of the Champions League by finishing in the top eight of the group phase table.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1986637/Arne-Slot-Champions-League-Liverpool-Girona

'Running out of superlatives' - Liverpool youngster dazzles with incredible moment as form continues

Liverpool have two of the finest young players in the Championship

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/running-out-superlatives-liverpool-youngster-30540322

Federico Chiesa question becomes clear as major Liverpool changes considered

A look at how Liverpool might lineup when they are entertained by Girona in the Champions League on Tuesday night

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/federico-chiesa-question-becomes-clear-30538653

What Anfield sources really think about Liverpool contract outcome amid Ornstein update

Optimism was tapered off at the waist in David Ornstein’s update on Liverpool’s contract saga.

All three players, Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, have been supplied with contract offers.

However, the Athletic correspondent made clear that talks are far from close to a conclusion ahead of the January 1 deadline – when overseas outfits can open negotiations over pre-contract agreements.

That has to be a huge concern for Arne Slot’s side given that only 24 days stand between Liverpool and the New Year.

The clock is ticking, and it remains to be seen who will have the patience to commit to talks should they roll over into 2025.

Growing belief that Van Dijk and Salah will stay at Liverpool

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Whilst Ornstein did note that a positive outcome (both Van Dijk and Salah signing contract extensions) was not guaranteed, there is a ‘growing belief around Anfield’ of such an eventuality coming to pass.

“The 32-year-old’s existing terms expire at the end of this season and – like with Virgil van Dijk, who is also on course to become a free agent – a new deal has been tabled, according to multiple sources familiar with the process who spoke on the condition of anonymity,” the journalist reported for The Athletic.

“It does not mean an agreement is in place or close and, despite a growing belief around Anfield that both players will stay, at present there is no certainty.”

And why shouldn’t there be room for optimism?

Arne Slot has most certainly built on extraordinarily solid foundations, courtesy of Jurgen Klopp’s stellar body of work at Anfield. That said, the Dutchman simply wasn’t expected to deliver these results this early.

We’re top of both the Premier League and the new Champions League format whilst maintaining a presence in the Carabao Cup (and being set to embark on a potentially exciting FA Cup run).

The ship isn’t merely steady, it’s carving through the open ocean and demanding attention.

With the greatest of respect to Mo Salah and Co. – they’d be incredibly foolish to sacrifice this opportunity. Just as foolish as Liverpool would be, of course, to allow them to depart next summer when their contracts are currently due to expire.

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Everton vs Liverpool postponement truth clear as Merseyside derby boosts emerge

The final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park was called off after Everton vs Liverpool delayed due to Storm Darragh

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-vs-liverpool-postponement-truth-30535341

Mohamed Salah sent 'impossible' message as Liverpool told what must happen in contract talks

Mohamed Salah has been told he "holds all the trump cards" in his contract stand-off with Liverpool

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/mohamed-salah-sent-impossible-message-30536697

Liverpool could welcome back three players against Girona as four still out

Arne Slot is waiting on an update on several of his Liverpool players ahead of the Champions League clash in Girona

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-could-welcome-back-three-30535488

Mohamed Salah 'strikes contract breakthrough' as final Liverpool roadblock overcome

Mohamed Salah is set to commit his long-term future to Liverpool by signing a new contract, ending months of speculation over his future at Anfield

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1985851/mohamed-salah-contract-breakthrough-liverpool

I turned up to Liverpool trial in Everton kit - I upset fans but I had a good reason

Jamie Carragher's Everton background is well-known, and his fervent fandom of the Blues got him in hot water with Liverpool's youth coaches during his playing days

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-trial-jamie-carragher-everton-30503827

How to watch Everton vs Liverpool – TV channel, live stream, kick off time

Everything you need to know ahead of Everton vs Liverpool - including TV channel and live stream information for Saturday's Merseyside derby.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1984729/liverpool-everton-tv-channel-stream-kick-off

Everton expert helping Arne Slot as Liverpool boss makes Sean Dyche claim

Arne Slot previews Saturday's Merseyside derby as Liverpool travel to face Everton at Goodison Park for the final time in the league

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-expert-helping-arne-slot-30532328

‘I don't regret quitting Everton - now Arne Slot may splash out to sign me for Liverpool’

Antonee Robinson is one of the most in-demand defenders in the Premier League, with Liverpool reportedly ready to go head-to-head with Man City for him.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1983929/liverpool-transfer-news-antonee-robinson-everton-fulham

Jordan Henderson makes Liverpool feelings clear in two-word message before Merseyside derby

Former Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson posted a message ahead of Saturday's showdown with Everton

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jordan-henderson-makes-liverpool-feelings-30525315

Arne Slot faces Darwin Nunez dilemma as Liverpool change confirmed for Everton

Arne Slot has a number of difficult decisions to make ahead of Liverpool's Premier League trip to Everton on Saturday

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-faces-darwin-nunez-30523863