The Most Coveted Players Whose Contracts Expire in 2025
As the transfer window approaches, football fans are eagerly awaiting the next big move. And with several high-profile players’ contracts set to expire in 2025, the excitement is building. From Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah to Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, we take a look at the most coveted players whose futures are far from certain.
Liverpool’s Salah on the Move?
Salah’s contract expires at the end of the season, and while he’s admitted he could be playing his final season for the Reds, no talks are ongoing. With 214 goals and 92 assists from 352 games, Salah is still one of the best forwards in the world. But if another big offer arrives in January, Liverpool may be forced to consider selling their star man.
Van Dijk’s Future in Doubt
Virgil van Dijk’s contract also expires in 2025, and while he’s still one of the best defenders in the world, his relationship with Bayern Munich seems to have deteriorated. Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr are reportedly ready to make him the best-paid defender ever, while Bayern Munich have also been linked with a move.
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool Future
Trent Alexander-Arnold, on the other hand, is still in his prime and has found success drifting into central midfield for club and country. While he’s a one-club man, having signed youth terms at Anfield in 2004, his reaction to being substituted by new manager Arne Slot during the 2-0 win against Brentford on August 25 might be telling.
Bayern’s Alphonso Davies on the Move?
Alphonso Davies’ relationship with Bayern seems to have deteriorated, and sources have told ESPN that Real Madrid are interested in signing the left-back. With Davies reportedly unhappy with his game time, a move could be on the cards.
Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne’s Future
Kevin De Bruyne is still capable of changing a game from midfield, but City are evolving, and his time may be up. With a potentially lucrative move to Saudi Arabia on the cards, De Bruyne himself isn’t giving anything away, saying after Saturday’s win at West Ham United: "I haven’t spoken to anyone [about a new contract]. There’s been a lot of noises and news. I said in the summer I expect a quiet summer and that’s what happened."
Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries on the Move?
Denzel Dumfries impressed at both ends of the pitch as Inter won the Scudetto last season, but talks have yet to get off the ground. With Man United signing Noussair Mazraoui this summer and having Diogo Dalot on the books, a move could be on the cards.
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami Future
Messi’s contract expires at the end of the year, and while he’s still capable of changing a game, his boyhood club Newell’s Old Boys in Argentina could be a possible destination for his retirement.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr Future
Ronaldo’s contract also expires at the end of the year, and while he’s still dedicated to physical fitness, a return to Sporting CP would be a romantic ending to a stellar career before he retires.
Roony Bardghji’s FC Copenhagen Future
Roony Bardghji, on the other hand, is only just beginning his career. A tricky winger with pace to burn, the Sweden U21 international has 15 goals in 78 games and is on the radar of top clubs like Man United, Tottenham, PSG, and Real Madrid.
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