Liverpool are preparing to have new contract talks with Harvey Elliott, a move spurred by the player's recent performances.
Elliott, who joined Liverpool from Fulham for an initial fee of 1.5 million pounds with an additional 2.8 million pounds in bonuses, has become a crucial part of the squad.
Now 21, he has accumulated 131 appearances and scored 12 goals over his six seasons at the club. His journey hasn’t been without its hurdles; a pre-season foot injury sidelined him, but his resilience has seen him claw back into Slot’s plans.
Early in the season, Elliott’s limited game time sparked interest from Brighton and Borussia Dortmund, with talks of a potential January transfer gaining traction.
However, Elliott’s recent games, particularly his match-winning performance against Lille in the Champions League, have quashed any exit rumors.
Slot has been vocal about Elliott’s importance, emphasizing his versatility to play as an attacking midfielder or on the wing. “Harvey has completely wowed me with his recent performances,” Slot has said, highlighting Elliott’s assist in a vital win at Brentford.
This has led to Football Insider reporting that Slot is pushing for Elliott to receive not only a new contract but also a well-deserved salary increase.
Elliott himself has expressed his commitment to Liverpool, stating, “Liverpool is my club, Liverpool is my team. I want to fight for my place, fight for my position in the team,” in an interview with The Athletic after his goal against Lille.
His current contract, which runs until the summer of 2027, is now set for an extension to avoid the scenario Liverpool faces with stars like Virgil van Dijk, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Mohamed Salah, whose deals are nearing their end.
Meanwhile, Liverpool’s efforts to retain Salah go beyond financial packages, with the club facing competition from lucrative Saudi Arabian offers.
On the transfer front, the Reds are also in the race for Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, whose potential move to Arsenal has been debunked, opening up possibilities for Liverpool.
Additionally, updates from Fabrizio Romano indicate that Lyon’s Rayan Cherki could be available due to a gentlemen’s agreement allowing an immediate transfer.
These developments show Liverpool’s proactive approach to securing their squad’s future, with Elliott’s contract talks being a key part of this strategy.
