Dominik Szoboszlai reveals Liverpool contract talks have stalled
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has admitted that negotiations over a new contract have stalled, despite reiterating his long-term desire to remain at Anfield.
The Hungary captain is currently tied to the club until 2028, but his representatives have been in discussions with the hierarchy over extended terms for several months.
Speaking after Sunday’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Everton, the Reds’ No.8 conceded that an agreement remains a considerable distance away.
Focus remains on the pitch
Liverpool are understood to be eager to secure the midfielder on a fresh deal to reflect his consistent progress on Merseyside.
However, the playmaker revealed there has been no real progression behind the scenes.
“So I cannot say anything new about my contract situation. We have a lot of games to go and I am focusing on that.”
He emphasised that while his future is no longer entirely in his own hands, his family is settled and happy in the city.
“Of course I see myself here in the long term, but as I say, it is not really in my hands any more.”
Derby delight against Everton
The contract update follows a memorable afternoon for the Hungarian, who supplied the crucial assist in the first-ever Merseyside derby at Everton’s new stadium.
His late corner allowed Virgil van Dijk to head home a 100th-minute winner, securing Liverpool’s first league double over their local rivals since 2022.
“It felt amazing. We had quite a few corners and chances, like they did. But to win a derby like this in the last second, we couldn’t ask for more.”
The victory provides a significant boost as Liverpool navigate their remaining five fixtures of the campaign.
He noted that winning away at Everton in such a dramatic fashion was a major moment for both the squad and the supporters.
“We were happy for each other to get the three points but also for the fans, because we know what it means for them, and also it means a lot for us to win a derby.”
