More disappointing news has surfaced for Liverpool, as three key players have declined the club’s contract offers and now look set to depart in January.

Liverpool is currently facing challenges in extending Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contract, which is set to expire at the end of the season. Negotiations have reportedly encountered a significant obstacle, with a £100,000-a-week gap between the club’s offer and the player’s demands. Liverpool has proposed increasing Alexander-Arnold’s weekly wage from £180,000 to £250,000, but the defender is seeking £350,000, aligning with Mohamed Salah’s salary.

This impasse has attracted interest from Real Madrid, who are reportedly prepared to meet Alexander-Arnold’s wage expectations. The Spanish club has been linked with the England international, viewing him as a potential addition to their squad.

Despite the ongoing speculation, Alexander-Arnold has stated that he prefers to keep contract discussions private, emphasizing that any negotiations will remain confidential.

In addition to Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool is also working on contract extensions for other key players. Negotiations with Virgil van Dijk have reportedly hit a stalemate, and Mohamed Salah’s future remains uncertain amid interest from other clubs.

As the January transfer window approaches, the situation remains fluid. Alexander-Arnold will be eligible to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs if a new deal with Liverpool is not reached by then. The club and its supporters are hopeful that an agreement can be finalized to retain one of their most influential players.