Joe Gomez has raised questions about his future at Anfield, admitting uncertainty over whether he will stay with Liverpool beyond this season.
The versatile defender, whose contract runs out at the end of the next campaign, acknowledged that this summer’s transfer window could mark the end of his 11-year spell with the club.
**Mounting competition at Anfield**
Gomez is at a crossroads as he enters the final year of his deal. Despite being a senior presence in the squad, the 28-year-old has seen his playing time drop significantly under manager Arne Slot, starting just six Premier League matches in each of the last two seasons.
The club has also actively looked ahead, securing young defenders Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet to strengthen a backline already featuring Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate.
**Uncertainty over summer move**
When asked about a potential departure this summer, Gomez took a philosophical view of his time at Liverpool.
“I think anything can happen. I don’t know is the honest answer. I’ve only got a year left so I don’t know but whatever is meant to be will be,” he said. “But I’m so grateful to have had this time here at this club. I’ll always be grateful to have had 11 years at a place like this. All I can do is be thankful and we’ll see.”
**A trophy-filled legacy**
Since joining from Charlton in 2015, Gomez has become a decorated figure at Anfield, making 272 appearances and winning every major honor available. His trophy collection includes two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the FA Cup, and two Carabao Cups.
While his ability to play across the backline remains valuable, past interest from Newcastle United and Aston Villa suggests there would be plenty of suitors if Liverpool decide to sell before his contract expires in 2027.
**Decision time for Slot**
Liverpool now face a critical choice: offer their longest-serving player a new deal or facilitate a transfer to avoid losing him for free. The squad will likely lean on his experience during the final weeks of the season as they manage a heavy domestic schedule.
However, with Konate nearing a new contract and Jacquet arriving from Rennes, Gomez must show he still has a role to play in the first-team rotation during a busy summer of change.
