Alexis Mac Allister’s dad sends message to Liverpool fans after speculation over his son’s future
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Alexis Mac Allister will not negotiate with other clubs while he is still contracted to Liverpool, according to the player’s father.There has been plenty of speculation that Mac Allister could be sold this summer after a disappointing season, and he will enter the final two years of his deal in June.Speaking to WinWin, the Argentine’s father, Carlos, has re-iterated that no fresh contract talks have begun with Liverpool, and also confirmed that out of respect for the Reds’ fans, Mac Allister himself will not be speaking to other potentially interested clubs. Liverpool keep Arne Slot, Xabi Alonso goes to Chelsea.
Barroso/Europa Press/Getty Images Mac Allister snr reiterates respect for Liverpool fansDespite his dip in form this season, Mac Allister has been an excellent player for Liverpool, starring in the Reds’ Premier League win last year.Nevertheless, it is clear that something may give this summer, with Liverpool seemingly holding off on renewing his terms.Mac Allister will not be short of interest should the Reds open the door to a sale this summer, but according to his dad, Liverpool remains his priority.Photo by Michael Regan/Getty ImagesREAD MORE: Why Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes still think Arne Slot can fix Liverpool“Alexis has a valid contract until June 2028 and so far we are not speaking publicly with any other club,” the former Boca Juniors player said.“We believe that the club’s fans deserve this level of respect from the player, and so far the club has not negotiated with us to renew the contract.”No need for Liverpool to sell Mac AllisterThough it might be tempting for Liverpool to accept defeat on Mac Allister and sell him this summer, they really should give him another season to prove his worth again.Still only 27, there is a real chance that this year has simply been a blip for him, and if he can get back to the player Liverpool fans saw during his first two campaigns at Anfield, he can still be a genuine asset. Which goalkeeper has been better than Alisson in the Premier League era? 🧤⚽ He’s got to be top three at least?Getty IDs: 2260536433 Even if Liverpool decide they want to bring in a new starting midfielder, there is no harm in keeping Mac Allister around to fight for his place.Part of the Reds’ problem in recent times has been failing to add to their squad while retaining strength in depth.Liverpool signed plenty of quality last summer, but simultaneously let a lot of it leave.
They should learn from that, and Mac Allister is the litmus test of whether they have or not.Keeping him to battle and save his legs a little more would surely benefit everybody. He and his family clearly have a lot of respect for Liverpool, and that should be rewarded with another season with the Reds.