“They Love Him” – Fabrizio Romano Provides Liverpool Contract Update + Confirms Interest in £50m Star | OneFootball

Fabrizio Romano Provides Liverpool Contract and Transfer Update

In a season already marked by sweeping change and bold direction, Liverpool have taken two decisive steps to anchor their identity post-Klopp: securing the futures of Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk. While their influence on the pitch has never been in doubt, their renewed commitment to the club — confirmed by Fabrizio Romano on the Here We Go Podcast — sends a clear message: Liverpool are not just planning for stability, they are positioning themselves to contend at the very highest level under Arne Slot.

Salah Stays: More Than a Contract

Romano was emphatic in his analysis: “It’s a big day and a big moment for the club and they have always been confident in getting it done.” That Liverpool managed to tie down Salah until 2027, in the face of lavish Saudi interest and persistent PSG rumours, reflects the gravity of the project unfolding at Anfield.

“The Saudi project offered huge money, not the £1billion that they wanted to offer to Vinicius Jr., but it was close to that,” Romano revealed, lifting the veil on the magnitude of temptation facing the Egyptian forward. That he rejected it speaks volumes not just of his loyalty, but of his belief in Liverpool’s trajectory under their new manager.

In truth, this is about more than just numbers. Salah’s £350,000+ per week salary (as widely reported) is substantial, yet fully justified. As Romano put it, “It’s an important contract for Salah in terms of salary, which is well-deserved because he is one of the best players in the world.” Slot’s early impact evidently played a decisive role: “Salah may have considered this back in September or October but once he saw the impact of Arne Slot, he knew he wanted to stay.”

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That final point can’t be overlooked. For all of Klopp’s legacy, Liverpool’s continued pulling power now lies with how convincingly Slot has navigated this transitional phase.

Van Dijk’s Loyalty Reaffirmed

The narrative around Van Dijk in recent months has veered dangerously close to a tabloid fantasy — with PSG links and whispers of a Saudi exodus. Romano cut through the noise: “Again despite the rumours of PSG, Van Dijk always wanted to stay at Liverpool.”

This isn’t a sentimental decision. It’s tactical. Leadership, composure, and consistency are in short supply in modern football, and Van Dijk remains the cornerstone of Liverpool’s defence. As Romano added: “Virgil also received a proposal from Saudi Arabia but he remained committed to the project.” In an era where world-class players are lured by extravagant wages and shorter seasons, Van Dijk’s choice speaks to a cultural depth that Liverpool have preserved through the Slot-Hughes reboot.

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Other Updates: Trent, Konaté, and Huijsen

The rebuild doesn’t end with the old guard. Liverpool are actively laying foundations across the board, with Romano offering updates that will intrigue fans and analysts alike.

On Konaté: “This year, Liverpool had to focus on the other contracts but they are now working on a contract for Konaté. They want to keep him, they love him and talks are happening. Liverpool remain confident.” The Frenchman, still only 25, represents the future of Liverpool’s backline. Retaining him is not just prudent — it’s essential.

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Meanwhile, the saga surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnold hints at an emotional crossroads for many supporters. Romano’s insight is sobering: “Let’s wait for the formal steps from the two clubs before we consider it is done, but what we know so far is that Trent wants to go to Real Madrid.” It would be a blow, emotionally and tactically. But with careful squad planning and clarity around contract renewals, Liverpool are better placed than ever to withstand such a departure.

On the recruitment front, interest in Dean Huijsen from AFC Bournemouth underlines Liverpool’s future-facing vision. Romano confirmed: “I’m not surprised by these stories and I can confirm that Liverpool are considering Dean Huijsen and he does have that £50million release clause.” Real Madrid are also monitoring him — and if Liverpool are operating in the same talent space as Los Blancos, that’s a good sign of intent.

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Slot’s Stamp is Already Visible

Credit where it’s due: the Arne Slot era is less about revolution and more about intelligent evolution. With Richard Hughes joining as sporting director, Liverpool have reinforced the leadership structure behind the scenes. Romano summarised it best: “They chose to go with Arne Slot, who has done a brilliant job and they also brought in Richard Hughes as sporting director.”

From the outside, it may appear that Liverpool are simply extending key players’ contracts. But viewed through the prism of succession planning, culture retention, and tactical flexibility, these moves are anything but ordinary. As Romano concluded: “What they have done with Salah and Van Dijk is special and now they’re going to win the Premier League title – congratulations.”

That final sentiment might be ambitious — but it’s not unthinkable. If anything, Liverpool’s decisive moves off the pitch now match the fluid dynamism we’ve grown used to seeing on it. Under Slot, Liverpool are no longer just surviving the post-Klopp transition. They are thriving within it.