Liverpool to Open Contract Talks with £140k-a-Week Star Amid Underwhelming Form.

Liverpool set to initiate contract talks with £140k-a-week star despite underwhelming season performance.

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has been linked with a potential move away from the club at the end of the season, but reports now suggest the Premier League side plans to begin contract talks with him.

Recent speculation connected the 28-year-old with a transfer to Saudi Arabia, but according to Football Insider, Liverpool intends to negotiate a new deal with Jota later this season.

In addition, the club is set to hold contract discussions with Ibrahima Konaté and Luis Díaz, two key players who have been instrumental for Liverpool this season. Securing their long-term futures appears to be a priority for the club.

Despite Jota’s struggles this season, including injury setbacks and inconsistent performances, Liverpool seems reluctant to part ways with him. At 28, his peak years may be behind him, leading some to question whether the club should have seized the opportunity to sell and invest in a younger replacement.

Time for Liverpool to Sell: Why Diogo Jota Should Be Cashed In

Liverpool have already secured long-term commitments from key players like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk. However, the decision to offer Diogo Jota a new contract raises eyebrows. The Portuguese forward appears to be past his peak and has struggled to deliver top-level performances this season.

While Jota remains a valuable squad player, Liverpool should aim for higher standards if they aspire to compete for the Premier League and Champions League titles next season.

Earning £140k-a-week, Jota has managed just six league goals this season, which falls short of expectations. Rather than extending his deal, Liverpool should reassess their approach this summer. Jota has served the club well in recent years, but now may be the ideal time to part ways and invest in a higher-caliber replacement.