Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has dropped a major hint of frustration by admitting he is disappointed that the club has not offered him a new contract.
The Argentine still has two years remaining on his existing deal, but his comments have immediately created questions about his long-term future at Anfield.
Mac Allister revealed that he has already turned down opportunities from major clubs, including Real Madrid and Manchester City, because he believed Liverpool could achieve something special.
That makes his current situation particularly interesting.
While Liverpool have recently handed improved contracts to several important players, Mac Allister has not received the same treatment. The midfielder has therefore entered the new season with uncertainty surrounding his future.
His immediate focus, however, is football. Liverpool face Atletico Madrid at Anfield in their Champions League opener, with new manager Andoni Iraola preparing for his first European night at the club.
Mac Allister is expected to play a key role in midfield, particularly because Liverpool have faced criticism over their defensive balance.
The timing of his comments could make the Atletico match even more intriguing.
Liverpool supporters will hope the Argentine’s frustration does not become a distraction. Instead, they will want Mac Allister to respond on the pitch.
For now, his message is clear: he loves Liverpool, but he also wants the club to show that it still believes in him.