Liverpool Manager Addresses Contract Concerns

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has emphasized that the contract situations of key players Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold will not distract the team as they aim to maintain their strong start to the season. All three players are in the final year of their contracts, with Salah expressing a desire to enjoy the current season, suggesting it may be his last at Anfield. Slot stated, 'Is it a distraction? No, it isn't,' affirming his focus on maximizing the team's performance. Despite the ongoing contract uncertainties, Liverpool has not conceded a goal this season and remains in contention with Manchester City. The team faces a busy schedule ahead, including seven matches in three weeks, raising potential challenges in squad rotation and player fitness. Additionally, Slot is hopeful about the return of Curtis Jones while monitoring the condition of Harvey Elliott, who is sidelined with injury.