Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has openly admitted that he feels "very sad" after learning that the club will not be offering him a fresh contract this summer. The 27‑year‑old, who still has two years remaining on the deal he signed when he arrived at Anfield in the summer of 2023, said he now faces the prospect of leaving the club despite his desire to stay. During a pre‑match press conference ahead of Liverpool's Champions League tie with Atletico Madrid, Mac Allister explained that there had been a genuine possibility of departing during the summer transfer window. "As everyone knows, I received the news that the club was not in a position to offer me a new contract, which makes me very, very sad," he said, emphasizing his disappointment.
He went on to stress his commitment to the Reds, noting that he gives "100 per cent" in every training session and match, regardless of whether his performances are outstanding or sub‑par. "Everyone can see I give my 100 per cent for this football club, every single day in training and games. Of course I can have very good games, very bad games like everyone.
I always give my best," he declared. Mac Allister also praised his teammates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch, who have both secured long‑term extensions this year. "And I see Dominik and Ryan renewing their contracts, and that makes me very happy because they deserve it, but at the same time it makes me a little bit sad that I didn't get mine," he added.
He reassured Liverpool supporters that, contract issues aside, he will continue to give his all for the club until his final day at Anfield. "The fans don't need to worry because I will give my 100 per cent until the last day I'm here," he promised.
When asked if negotiations for a new deal were still ongoing, Mac Allister responded cautiously: "Maybe. I don't know. It's going to depend on how I perform during this year. They are right to make the decision as well, but hopefully they change their minds." He clarified that the club had not spoken to him directly about the matter; instead, the conversation occurred between Liverpool officials and his agent.
"I don't want to say things they never said, but what I got from my agent was that they were not in a position to renew me," he explained. Reflecting on his time at Liverpool, Mac Allister said it was heartbreaking because he had shared a Premier League title and other successes with the team.
"It's really sad because we won a Premier League together, we've been through difficult times together, and I always give my best. We will see what happens, but of course it makes me a little bit sad," he admitted.
Speculation linked him with a possible move to Manchester City over the summer, but he insisted that staying at Liverpool feels right. "Because this is the right club. I love being here, and this is something special," he said, adding that the connection with the fans and the city is something he cherishes.
"I love this club, I love being here, I love the fans. As a player, you can be at a club for a long, long time and you don't really realise where you are – that doesn't happen to me. I know very well that this is an amazing club, that this city has something very special and I love being here." Mac Allister has featured in Liverpool's most recent league fixtures, starting in a 2‑2 draw with Nottingham Forest and a 2‑1 victory over Ipswich Town that helped new manager Andoni Iraola begin his tenure unbeaten.
Despite his on‑field contributions, he confirmed that he has not yet discussed his future with the Spaniard. "Definitely since I've come to pre‑season and I worked under Andoni, I could see something special," he said. "He's a really good coach. He knows very well what he wants to do, and we are trying to get there.
I haven't had any conversations with him about it. When I see the way he wants us to play and train, I think this can be a successful season so that's why I think this is the right club and the right moment to be here." Iraola, who described Mac Allister as an "important" player, insisted that there is still ample time to resolve the contract situation.
"We all have personal situations with different contracts. The important thing is he wants to be here and continue here. We haven't been together a long time but he has been an important player and I rate him very highly.
Definitely there is still a lot of time to talk about those contract situations," the manager said. He also praised Mac Allister's recent performances, especially the display against Ipswich, and expressed hope that he can help the midfielder continue to develop. "He is a very experienced player who has already achieved massive things, but I hope I can help him in his development as a player and then everything goes well then those problems will definitely be solved," Iraola added.
Mac Allister was a pivotal figure in Liverpool's 2024‑25 Premier League triumph and also helped the side lift the Carabao Cup the previous season. When asked whether he feels any pressure to prove himself amid the contract uncertainty, the World Cup‑winning Argentine responded calmly: "Not really because I'm always the same guy and player, and I'm not going to change. I think in these three years at the club I've done very good things.
We went through difficult times; we went through a lot of things. We won a Premier League, we won a Carabao Cup, so for me it's a very successful period of my life.
I don't think I have to prove something, but of course I have to show the level that I can perform, and hopefully that's the case." Statistical analysis from data provider Gradient shows that Mac Allister's overall quality ratings have slipped season‑on‑season since his arrival, reflecting a dip in both the quantity and impact of his actions on the pitch. Opta metrics also indicate a decline in his per‑90‑minute output, particularly in defensive contributions, where he has moved from the upper echelons of Europe's midfielders to a more modest standing. Commentary from Sky Sports' Vinny O'Connor highlighted the unusual nature of the situation: "Alexis Mac Allister is the only one of Liverpool's first‑choice title‑winning midfield trio from 2025 to be told the club is not in a position to offer new terms.
In the last six months, Ryan Gravenberch has signed up until 2032 while Dominik Szoboszlai has committed until 2031. Mac Allister says he's happy for them, they deserve it, but, reading between the lines, he's asking the question as to why there is nothing on the table for him?" O'Connor noted that Mac Allister has been linked with Atletico Madrid and Manchester City, yet he chose to stay because he believes Liverpool remains the right environment for his career. The broader picture suggests that while Mac Allister's recent form may not have matched the heights of his title‑winning season, his experience, versatility, and commitment could still make him a valuable asset for Liverpool. Whether the club ultimately decides to extend his stay will likely depend on his performances this season, the financial landscape, and the strategic direction under Iraola.
For now, the Argentine remains focused on giving his all for the Reds, hoping that his dedication on the field will eventually translate into a renewed contract and continued success at Anfield.