Report shares two reasons why Liverpool are in no rush to extend Alexis Mac Allister's contract
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Liverpool are reportedly relaxed on the contract situation of Alexis Mac Allister as they push to tie down his fellow midfielders.The Reds signed Ryan Gravenberch up to a new, six-year deal last week, while talks are said to be ongoing over an extension for Dominik Szoboszlai.In the meantime, Mac Allister has already confirmed that he himself is not in discussions over lengthening his stay at Anfield beyond 2028, with the Liverpool ECHO putting forward two reasons why that may be the case. Photo Credit: Getty Images/Catherine Ivill/AMA Mac Allister’s age counting against himHaving all signed at the same time – and agreed to five-year contracts – Mac Allister, Gravenberch and Szoboszlai have been in the same boat this season.Crucial to Liverpool‘s Premier League title win last year, the trio arguably each deserve new deals, but it seems as though Mac Allister’s slight seniority may be counting against him.At just 23, Gravenberch is the youngest, and according to the ECHO, Liverpool were keen to ensure his best years came with the Reds.
Szoboszlai is older at 25, but there is said to be a feeling from the top that the Hungarian can still get even better, too.Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesREAD MORE: Liverpool staff notice promising change in Alexander Isak during injury recoveryThen there’s Mac Allister who, at 27, is not exactly ancient, but as his performances show signs of decline, Liverpool are said to be ‘relaxed’ about the length of time left on his current agreement.The Argentine will be 29 when that deal ends, and it is suggested that his age, coupled with the dip in his level, are the main reasons behind Liverpool prioritising Gravenberch and Szoboszlai before him.Analysis: Liverpool take ‘wait and see’ approach to Mac AllisterIt is hard to argue against Liverpool’s logic with this one. Mac Allister is in his peak age-wise, and as he is showing signs that he will not progress beyond what he’s shown in his three years with the club, there is no reason for the Reds to rush an extension.However, that does mean that a decision may have to be made on Mac Allister this summer.
Who is your dream Liverpool manager in 2026/27? 10.Having said that, there would also be no harm in seeing how Mac Allister responds next season, and allowing him the chance to prove himself worthy of a new contract.It appears Liverpool will very much take a ‘wait and see’ approach with the former Brighton man.If a good offer arrives this summer, it would not be a surprise to see them take it, but should Mac Allister remain at Anfield, he could still get that new contract if he steps up his performances.