Liverpool's push to retain Szoboszlai steadies Iraola rebuild

Dominik Szoboszlai is on the verge of signing a new contract with Liverpool, a move that would keep the 25‑year‑old midfielder at the Merseyside club as he enters the final two years of his current deal after months of negotiations and amid concerns that Liverpool could lose him for free or for a reduced fee. Liverpool have been in talks with Szoboszlai for months and are now close to an agreement. The Hungarian captain arrived from RB Leipzig in 2023 for a £60 million fee and was Liverpool’s standout player last season, contributing 13 goals, 12 assists and even covering at right‑back. His leadership potential has earmarked him as a future club captain, a valuable asset for new head coach Andoni Iraola. Beyond his midfield duties, Szoboszlai demonstrated tactical flexibility last season by slotting in at right‑back when required, underscoring his adaptability for Iraola’s evolving system. Such versatility adds depth to a squad that has seen defensive departures, making him a valuable multi‑position asset.

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The Merseyside side has recently struggled with contract renewals, losing centre‑back Ibrahima Konaté on a free transfer to Real Madrid after failing to agree a new deal and seeing Trent Alexander‑Arnold reject an extension to join a Spanish club. These departures have heightened the urgency to secure key midfield talent. Winger Victor Munoz has already become Szoboszlai’s first signing under Iraola, while defender Jeremy Jacquet, whose transfer from Rennes was arranged in January, is set to arrive. Iraola has also expressed a desire to retain Curtis Jones, who is in the final year of his contract, and to give Harvey Elliott a chance upon his return from a loan at Aston Villa. Securing Szoboszlai would provide Liverpool with a proven creator to anchor the midfield as Iraola rebuilds the squad, reducing the risk of a costly exit. For Szoboszlai, extending his stay offers continuity, the prospect of captaincy and the chance to develop under a manager eager to shape the team’s future.