3 Liverpool players who might move or stay. Here is what we know

Liverpool's January transfer window has been notably quiet on the incoming front, but attention is turning to the crucial matter of player retention. The spotlight falls on three key figures—Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold—who have not only been instrumental in Liverpool's pursuit of four trophies but also share the commonality of entering the final 18 months of their contracts.

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As of now, all three players' contracts extend until the summer of 2025, and discussions about potential renewals have yet to commence. Salah, in particular, made headlines in July 2022 when he became the highest-paid player in the club's history, signing a three-year contract worth approximately £350,000 per week. The negotiation process, involving Salah's advisor Ramy Abbas Issa, was protracted and occasionally tense. However, the outcome was a shrewd investment for Liverpool, acknowledging Salah's status as one of the world's best players and securing his commitment to avoid a free transfer scenario in 2023.

Van Dijk and Alexander-Arnold, on the other hand, inked four-year contracts with improved terms in the summer of 2021. Van Dijk's renewal was particularly significant as it coincided with his return to fitness after a nine-month hiatus due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament. Liverpool's faith in his recovery was rewarded, with Van Dijk maintaining his form and amassing 113 appearances in the subsequent two and a half seasons. This season, the 32-year-old defender has reclaimed his brilliant best, assuming the captaincy role following Jordan Henderson's departure.

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WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL NOW

Alexander-Arnold, at 25, is touted as a future Liverpool skipper. Having taken on the vice-captaincy from James Milner last July, he earns around £200,000 per week and is approaching 300 appearances for the club. Despite facing criticism at times last season, his transition from right-back to a deep-lying midfielder has proven fruitful, showcasing his expansive passing range and creative prowess.

As Liverpool navigates the challenges of player retention, crucial decisions lie ahead in securing the continued contributions of these key figures beyond the next 18 months.