​Liverpool have sealed a new contract with Dominik Szoboszlai that will elevate the Hungary captain into the club’s highest earners. The deal, which runs through 2031, ends ongoing speculation about Szoboszlai’s future and confirms his long-term commitment to Anfield. Andoni Iraola’s side have completed negotiations with the 25-year-old, bringing certainty amid a period of impressive displays for the midfielder.
Szoboszlai emerged as Liverpool’s standout performer during a testing 2025/26 season, delivering 13 goals and 12 assists across all competitions. His form earned him the Liverpool Player of the Season award and non-stop recognition from fans, who voted him into the Premier League Fans’ Team of the Season. The agreement, confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, positions Szoboszlai among the club’s top earners, with an official statement anticipated imminently.
In the run-up to the deal, Szoboszlai had been linked with Real Madrid, a possibility fueled by Hungary boss Marco Rossi’s suggestion that a move to Spain represented the player’s dream. Rossi remarked that Real Madrid has long been Szoboszlai’s ambition, stating to Marca that the midfielder has carried only one dream since childhood: to play for Real Madrid. He also noted that the decision rests with Szoboszlai and his current club, and while the Madrid move remains a possibility, it is by no means a certainty.
Rossi stressed that a step to Real Madrid would depend on Szoboszlai’s own choices and on the stance of Liverpool. He did not rule out the player remaining at Liverpool and extending his contract there, highlighting how highly valued Szoboszlai is within the club and describing him as a crucial asset for one of the world’s biggest clubs. The longtime Liverpool player and Portugal coach, who has known Szoboszlai since his youth, suggested that Szoboszlai’s dream could evolve, but that his future might still be tied to Anfield.
For now, Szoboszlai’s future at Liverpool looks secure, with the contract tying him to the club for the foreseeable future. The midfielder is also reportedly in the running for Liverpool’s vice-captaincy following Andy Robertson’s departure to Tottenham Hotspur, a role that would reflect his growing influence and leadership within the squad. As the club continues to navigate a busy period, Szoboszlai’s prolonged stay provides stability and momentum for Jurgen Klopp’s plans, reinforcing Liverpool’s aim to compete at the highest level in both domestic and European football.