Arne Slot Dismisses Concerns Over Liverpool Stars' Contract Uncertainty
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot is confident that contract negotiations for key players won't impact their performance amid Real Madrid's interest in Trent Alexander-Arnold.
- Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mohamed Salah are all out of contract at the end of the season, but head coach Arne Slot remains unfazed by the potential distractions.
- Slot emphasizes that the players are mentally strong and accustomed to transfer speculations, ensuring their focus remains on their current performance.
- Real Madrid has shown interest in Alexander-Arnold, especially after Dani Carvajal's injury, but Liverpool denies any decision on his contract renewal.
- Slot confirms his involvement in contract discussions, although sporting director Richard Hughes leads the negotiations with the players' representatives.
- Liverpool's goalkeeper Alisson Becker is expected to return from his hamstring injury before Christmas, despite initial concerns about a longer absence.