Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister says he will continue giving 100% until his last day and has urged the Premier League side’s bosses to “change their minds” about his Anfield future.
The Argentina international has been a regular since joining Liverpool from Brighton & Hove Albion in June 2023. He has a contract until 2028 and is unsure about his long-term future.
Earlier this year, Liverpool have handed both Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai, Mac Allister’s midfield partners, new contracts.
Liverpool contract situation won’t impact on pitch
On Sunday, the 27-year-old opened the scoring in the Merseyside club’s 3-1 league win over Crystal Palace. The victory at Selhurst Park has seen Liverpool move to fourth spot, four behind second placed Brighton & Hove Albion.
After the tie, AS spoke to Alexis Mac Allister in the mixed zone, and he shared his delight over scoring against Crystal Palace.
He said: “I like scoring goals, being there in the box, and luckily the staff (Andoni Iraola’s) understand that. They want me to attack that space and that area. So, for my part, I’m very happy. Happy for the goal, because it opened up a game that was difficult, and because luckily we were able to take the three points, which is what we wanted.”
In September, the South American talked about his “sadness” over Liverpool’s refusal to offer him an extension. That, however, won’t impact his performances on the pitch.
“I don’t see it that way, honestly. I’ve always given my all, fought hard, and had this mentality of attacking every match in the best way possible,” Mac Allister explained.
“Perhaps it’s more noticeable these days because I’m scoring goals and because of the team’s situation, but I’ve always said that I’m the same person and the same player. That’s not going to change. The important thing is that I’m playing well, that I feel good, and that I hope I can continue like this.”
Sends message to Liverpool board
Last month, Sport Witness relayed news his contract situation is attracting interest from Manchester City and Atlético Madrid. Therefore, Liverpool are planning to offer Alexis Mac Allister a new deal.
Regarding his own future, he added: “There’s still time. The fans don’t need to worry. It will depend on how I perform during these years. I’m going to give 100% and, hopefully, maybe they (the board) will change their minds.”
On his Liverpool spell so far, Mac Allister concluded: “I had some very good years at Liverpool. I remember the year we won the Premier League, which was a great year.”
“Also, the first year with Jürgen (Klopp), playing perhaps in a new position I wasn’t used to. Overall, apart from last year, they were very good years.”
It’s clear the South American wants to commit his future to Andoni Iraola’s side. The final decision now lies in the hands of Liverpool.
