Liverpool have a £210 million decision to make before the end of the season - opinion

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Liverpool will soon be faced with a difficult decision on some of their biggest names, who are entering the final year of their contract. Players like Virgil van Dijk, Mo Salah and Alisson Becker are nearing the end of their deals, and this coming summer is the last chance Liverpool will have to cash in on their ageing talent.

The verdict on every Liverpool star entering their final 12 monthsVirgil van Dijk – keepThe captain remains the undisputed heartbeat of the defence and continues to age like a fine wine in the heart of the back four. While his output is legendary, cashing in now allows Liverpool to reinvest that premium capital into the next era of their attacking frontline.Photo by Michael Regan/Getty ImagesCurtis Jones – sellDespite his technical ability and local ties, it may be time for Liverpool to move Jones on to make room for a more physically imposing presence in the engine room.

As long as the player is happy with his role, the club must prioritise keeping him at Anfield to avoid an expensive and unnecessary recruitment headache.Kostas TsimikasAlthough squad depth is vital, the Greek international’s time at Liverpool feels like it is drawing to a natural close, especially with his recent loan spell at Roma suggesting his future lies elsewhere. Moving him on permanently this summer allows Liverpool to refresh the left-back position with a younger prospect who can challenge the current hierarchy.READ MORE: Ibrahima Konate drops Liverpool contract hint amid Real Madrid transfer linksJoin Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox