Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has revealed he is “very sad” after the club opted not to offer him a new contract, despite the 27-year-old confirming he had rejected offers to leave Anfield this summer. Mac Allister, who still has two years remaining on his current deal, stated his unhappiness ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League opener against Atlético Madrid.
Contract Discontent and Teammate Comparisons
Mac Allister confirmed that he received news through his agent that Liverpool was “not in a position to offer me a new contract,” a development he described as making him “very, very sad,” according to The Guardian. He joined Liverpool in June 2023 for £35 million, activating a release clause in his previous Brighton contract.
The Argentina international highlighted that teammates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch have recently signed new long-term contracts. “I see Dominik and Ryan renewing their contracts, which makes me very happy because they deserve it, but at the same time it makes me sad that I didn’t get mine,” Mac Allister told reporters, as reported by Sky Sports. Szoboszlai and Gravenberch, who also arrived in 2023, have extended their terms until 2031 and 2032 respectively.
Commitment to Anfield Despite Offers
Despite his disappointment, Mac Allister confirmed he had opportunities to depart this summer, with clubs like Real Madrid and Manchester City linked with a move. However, he chose to remain at Liverpool, expressing a belief that the club can achieve “something special” this season under new head coach Andoni Iraola. “There was a chance [to leave] of course, like everybody knows,” he said. “I think right now I’m in the right club.”
The midfielder, who was a key part of Liverpool’s 2024/25 Premier League title and the Carabao Cup win the season prior, alongside enjoying a fine World Cup with Argentina, pledged his full dedication. “Fans don’t need to worry because I will give 100 per cent until my last day. We will see what happens.” He suggested that the prospect of a new deal “is going to depend on how I perform during these years.”
Head Coach Andoni Iraola’s View
Liverpool’s head coach, Andoni Iraola, acknowledged the personal nature of contract situations but expressed confidence in Mac Allister’s commitment and ability. Iraola, who will lead Liverpool in his first Champions League game on Wednesday, described Mac Allister as an “important player” whom he rates “very highly.”
Iraola added, “He is very experienced player who has already achieved massive things, but I hope I can help him in his development as a player and then everything goes well then those problems will definitely be solved.” The coach affirmed that “there is still a lot of time to talk about those contract situations,” indicating that the club’s stance might not be final.
FAQ
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Why is Alexis Mac Allister unhappy at Liverpool?
Alexis Mac Allister is “very sad” because Liverpool has not offered him a new contract, despite his current deal having two years left to run.
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Did Alexis Mac Allister have offers to leave Liverpool this summer?
Yes, he confirmed he had offers to leave, with Real Madrid and Manchester City among those linked, but he chose to stay at Anfield.
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What is Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola’s view on Mac Allister’s contract?
Andoni Iraola considers Mac Allister an “important player” and stated that “there is still a lot of time to talk about those contract situations,” hoping that good performance will lead to a resolution.
