Liverpool’s pursuit of a second Premier League title has unfolded amid the uncertainty of three major contract negotiations, with key players potentially departing Anfield.
Mo Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Virgil van Dijk were all approaching the end of their contracts this summer, creating a significant challenge for incoming manager Arne Slot. While Salah secured a lucrative new deal to the delight of fans, Alexander-Arnold is widely expected to leave on a free transfer to Real Madrid.
Following reports of his impending move, Alexander-Arnold’s relationship with some Liverpool supporters became strained. Despite spending over two decades at his boyhood club and winning every major honor, his decision to seek a new challenge hasn’t been universally well received.
His reaction to Salah’s contract renewal attracted attention when he liked the Egyptian’s celebratory Instagram post. Fans on the r/LiverpoolFC subreddit debated whether this was a cryptic hint about his own future or simply a meaningless social media interaction. Some humorously speculated about numerical links to Liverpool or Madrid, while others dismissed the overanalysis.
One fan admitted they were eager for Alexander-Arnold’s departure just to move past the ongoing drama, confident that Liverpool would replace him and move on. Meanwhile, the most downvoted comment simply read: “Lizard boy.”
Ultimately, Reddit being Reddit, few are reading too much into an Instagram like. Whether it subtly hints at his future or is just a harmless gesture, fans are making the most of the speculation. As one supporter put it: “He’s a Scouser—whether he stays or goes, he still wants the club to do well.”
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