Dominik Szoboszlai ‘dreams of Real Madrid’ as Liverpool doubts emerge | Football | Sport
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has long harboured a desire to play for Real Madrid, his international boss Marco Rossi has revealed, with discussions ongoing about extending his current contract at Anfield. Szoboszlai has always admired Cristiano Ronaldo, who enjoyed his prime years at the Bernabeu.
His Liverpool contract runs until 2028, and he confirmed last month that his agents have been in dialogue with the Reds’ management about extending his stay. “Real Madrid has always been his dream,” Rossi told Spanish outlet Marca. The national team coach claims to know this due to the “very close and direct relationship” he shares with the 25-year-old.
“I absolutely don’t rule out the possibility of him staying at Liverpool and renewing his contract there, especially because he’s highly valued within the club,” Rossi added.
“He’s a very important player for Liverpool. And Liverpool is one of the biggest clubs in the world.”
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Szoboszlai has arguably been Liverpool’s standout performer this season. He has netted nine goals and provided seven assists across all competitions.
The former RB Leipzig star returned to the starting line-up against Brighton in the FA Cup, having served a one-match suspension at Sunderland midweek following his red card against Manchester City.
“There is always progress, but no decision has been made, and I’ll just keep on going every week, every training, giving my best for the team, for the fans,” Szoboszlai said last month when asked about his contract negotiations.
“Let’s see what is going to happen in the future. There are always talks.
“You guys in the media make a lot for the [public] and you keep on going because that’s your job. But there has been talks, but for sure not any decision has been made.
“Of course, I am happy here, but you know how football works and that is something everybody has to take into account.”
Liverpool saw Trent Alexander-Arnold depart for Real Madrid last summer shortly before his contract was due to expire. French centre-back Ibrahima Konate has also been linked with the Spanish giants, with his current deal set to expire in the coming months.
