Alexis Mac Allister has addressed his Liverpool future, confirming his desire to stay at Anfield despite the club previously informing him they did not plan to renew his contract. The 27-year-old midfielder, whose current deal runs until the summer of 2028, described the initial response as "painful" but insists he holds no grudge and is committed to the cause under new manager Andoni Iraola.

Mac Allister was told last season that Liverpool were prioritising other contract extensions, with teammates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch subsequently signing new long-term deals. This came amid significant structural change at the club, with Julian Ward succeeding Richard Hughes as sporting director and new investors arriving. "First of all, obviously, I feel that affection from the fans, and that's something incredible for me," Mac Allister said.

Performance and commitment

Despite the contractual uncertainty, Mac Allister has remained a key contributor this season, scoring four goals in all competitions, including three in the Champions League. Manager Andoni Iraola has publicly praised him as a "top player" who "understands the game overall." His form has been a bright spot in a mixed start to the Premier League campaign, where Liverpool currently sit fifth with 15 points from nine games, nine points behind leaders Arsenal.

The team's recent fixtures have shown both resilience and frustration, including a 1-1 draw with Chelsea and a narrow 1-0 defeat to Arsenal last weekend. Mac Allister scored a penalty in that dramatic Chelsea match, part of a run where the team has taken three wins from its last five league outings. He joined Liverpool from Brighton in a £45 million move in the summer of 2023 and has become a mainstay in the engine room.

Future outlook

While the door is not closed on a new deal, the midfielder acknowledges that "anything can happen" given the ongoing changes at the club. He stressed he is not growing stressed about the situation and is focused on his performances. Liverpool's immediate focus shifts to their next Premier League match away to Crystal Palace on 8 November, a game where Mac Allister is expected to feature prominently. The Eagles currently occupy 18th place in the standings, presenting an opportunity for Liverpool to build momentum. Alexander Isak leads the team's scoring charts with six goals this season as the Reds look to close the gap at the top.

First reported at Daily Mirror Football