Liverpool star reveals he had options to leave this summer after missing out on new contract

FootballSports
8 Sep 2026 • 9:21 PM MYT
The Independent
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Liverpool star reveals he had options to leave this summer after missing out on new contract

  • Alexis Mac Allister has expressed his sadness after Liverpool informed him that they were not in a position to offer him a new contract, despite the midfielder entering the final two years of his deal at Anfield.
  • The 27-year-old Argentina international and World Cup winner revealed that he had options to leave the club during the summer transfer window, with Atletico Madrid among the interested parties.
  • Mac Allister admitted it was difficult to see teammates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch renew their contracts alongside Liverpool spending over £200m on new signings while he received no offer.
  • Despite receiving no direct explanation from the club regarding the decision, the midfielder emphasised his love for Liverpool and insisted he has never taken playing for the club for granted.
  • The midfielder pledged to give 100 per cent for Liverpool until his final day at the club, hoping his performances during the season might convince the hierarchy to change their minds.

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