Liverpool's longest-serving player Joe Gomez has admitted uncertainty about his future at the club beyond this season, as he enters the final year of his contract. The 29-year-old defender, who joined Liverpool in 2015, has made 272 appearances for the club but has seen his role diminish under manager Arne Slot.
Competition for Places Intensifies
Liverpool have two young defenders, Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet, who are expected to increase competition for places next season. Gomez has only started six Premier League matches in each of Slot's two seasons in charge, despite playing a career-best 51 games in the 2023-24 campaign. His role may be further challenged by the new signings and the expected contract extensions for Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk.
Potential Anfield Departures
The versatile defender, who has previously attracted interest from clubs like Aston Villa and Newcastle, has played across the back four during his time at Anfield. However, he could follow Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson out the exit door this summer. Salah and Robertson are both preparing for potential exits, with their contracts also winding down.
Speaking about his future, Gomez said: "Anything can happen. I'm just focused on finishing the season strongly and seeing what happens." The uncertainty surrounding his future adds to a period of transition at Liverpool, as the club looks to rebuild under Slot's leadership.
