{"id":43457,"date":"2026-02-19T04:18:19","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T09:18:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/02\/19\/not-for-sale-liverpool-remain-firm-on-the-future-of-key-players\/"},"modified":"2026-02-19T04:18:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T09:18:19","slug":"not-for-sale-liverpool-remain-firm-on-the-future-of-key-players","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/02\/19\/not-for-sale-liverpool-remain-firm-on-the-future-of-key-players\/","title":{"rendered":"Not for sale: Liverpool remain firm on the future of key players"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default 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speculation linking the Hungarian midfielder with a move to Real Madrid.<br \/><\/strong><br \/>According to TEAMtalk, the club is instead prioritizing talks over a contract extension, reinforcing its commitment to one of the current squad&#8217;s most influential players.<\/p>\n<p>Szoboszlai&#8217;s contract runs until 2028, and Liverpool believe they have the upper hand when it comes to dealing with the player and sorting out his contract situation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Szoboszlai_is_Liverpools_star_this_season\"><\/span>Szoboszlai is Liverpool&#8217;s star this season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Liverpool have endured an inconsistent season by their own standards, overcoming tactical adjustments and team evolution.<\/p>\n<p>Through the turmoil, Szoboszlai has emerged as one of the most reliable performers.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond statistical accomplishments, Szoboszlai&#8217;s leadership qualities and resilience stood out in difficult moments.<\/p>\n<p>His long-range shooting, intelligent movement between the lines and set-piece delivery provided Liverpool with another attacking route.<\/p>\n<p>The 25-year-old has scored 10 goals and provided seven assists for the Merseyside club this season.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reds_have_no_intention_of_letting_the_midfielder_leave\"><\/span>Reds have no intention of letting the midfielder leave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dominik Szoboszlai playing for Liverpool (Photo by Jan Kruger\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Real Madrid have been linked with Szoboszlai in recent weeks, reflecting his growing reputation across Europe.<\/p>\n<p>However, there is no sign that formal negotiations have begun.<\/p>\n<p>Liverpool bosses are thought to be considering improving the conditions to further emphasize Szoboszlai&#8217;s importance to their project.<\/p>\n<p>There is no urgency given the length of his existing contract, but securing a long-term commitment would send a clear message of ambition.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike situations where players are entering the final year of their contracts, the Reds are under no immediate pressure.<\/p>\n<p>The security of Szoboszlai&#8217;s contract, combined with his apparent satisfaction at Anfield, puts the club in control of the narrative.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Liverpool accelerate negotiations to acquire more 20-year-old talent than Arsenal<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Liverpool have no intention of parting ways with Dominik Szoboszlai this summer, despite fresh speculation linking the Hungarian midfielder with a move to Real Madrid.According to TEAMtalk, the club is instead prioritizing talks over a contract extension, reinforcing its commitment to one of the current squad&#8217;s most influential players. 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