Liverpool reaches agreement in principle with Dominik Szoboszlai on new contract
The Hungarian midfielder's improved deal could see his wages more than double as Liverpool locks down another key piece of Arne Slot's squad.
Liverpool and Dominik Szoboszlai have reportedly reached an agreement in principle on a new contract. The deal, which could extend Szoboszlai’s stay until 2030 or 2031, represents a significant upgrade from the five-year contract he originally signed when arriving from RB Leipzig in July 2023 for a reported £60 million. That original agreement runs through 2028, which means Liverpool is doing exactly what smart clubs do: locking down talent before the final two years of a deal, when leverage starts shifting uncomfortably toward the player’s side.
The numbers behind the new terms
Szoboszlai’s current wages sit at around £120,000 per week. The new agreement is expected to push that figure toward £250,000 per week, more than doubling his earnings. His original transfer from Leipzig cost Liverpool roughly £60 million, which at the time converted to about $70 million. His average annual salary under the existing deal works out to approximately $6.24 million per year.
Rival clubs have reportedly shown interest in Szoboszlai during the extension discussions. Szoboszlai himself has publicly said he wants to stay at Liverpool, though he added that the decision isn’t entirely in his hands.
Why Liverpool is moving fast on renewals
By extending key players well before their contracts enter the danger zone, Liverpool maintains squad stability and protects the player’s market value. A midfielder signed for £60 million who enters the last year of his contract isn’t worth £60 million anymore.
Former Liverpool midfielder Gary McAllister has publicly highlighted the urgency the club feels about retaining Szoboszlai’s services for the long term. Since joining Liverpool in 2023, the 25-year-old has established himself as a regular in the midfield setup.
What this means for investors and the broader market
The proposed wage increase from £120,000 to roughly £250,000 per week reflects a broader trend in Premier League economics. Liverpool committing this kind of money to a single player extension tells you where the market is heading.
No official confirmation of the final signed agreement has been issued yet. Agreements in principle have been known to collapse, though the mutual desire from both parties makes that unlikely here.