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Joe Gomez has cast doubt on his long-term future at Anfield by admitting he is unsure whether he will remain a Liverpool player beyond the current campaign.
With the versatile defender out of contract at the end of next season, he acknowledged that the upcoming summer transfer window could put a permanent end to his 11-year stay.
Competition increases at Anfield
Gomez finds himself at a crossroads as he approaches the final 12 months of his contract.
Despite his status as a major figure, the 28-year-old has seen his playing time decrease significantly under Arne Slot, starting just six Premier League games in each of the last two campaigns.
The club has also proactively sought successors, securing deals for young defenders Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet to bolster a defensive unit already featuring Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate.
Uncertainty at the window
Speaking about the prospect of a summer exit, the versatile defender took a philosophical approach to his stay at the Club.
“I think anything can happen. I don’t know, that’s the honest answer. I only have one year left, so I don’t know, but whatever needs to happen, it will happen,” Gomez said. “But I’m very grateful to have spent this time here at this club. I will always be grateful to have spent 11 years in a place like this. All I can do is be grateful and we’ll see.”
A legacy loaded with trophies
Since arriving from Charlton in 2015, Gomez has become a decorated figure at Anfield, racking up 272 appearances and winning every major honor available.
Their trophy cabinet includes two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the FA Cup and two Carabao Cups.
While his versatility in the backline remains an advantage, past interest from Newcastle United and Aston Villa suggests there would be no shortage of suitors should Liverpool decide to cash in before his contract expires in 2027.
Decision time for Slot
Liverpool face a crucial decision on whether to offer their longest-serving player an extension or facilitate a transfer to avoid losing him for free.
The team is likely to rely on his experience during the final weeks of the season as they handle a heavy domestic workload.
However, with Konate closing in on a new deal and Jacquet arriving from Rennes, Gomez must prove his continued value to remain part of the first-team rotation during a busy summer of transition.
