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Joe Gomez’s Liverpool future is once again under the spotlight as he heads into the final year of his Anfield contract.
The 28-year-old, now the club’s longest-serving player, was already linked with a move away last summer and could finally be on the verge of a departure.
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Speaking recently about his situation, Gomez did little to cool the speculation, openly admitting his uncertainty over what comes next:
“I think anything can happen. I don’t know is the honest answer. I’ve only got a year left on my contract, so I don’t know,” he said.
“Whatever’s meant to be will be, but I’m so grateful to have had this time here at this club. I always will be grateful to have had 11 years at a place like this. All I can do is be thankful and we’ll see.”
Those words felt like a player bracing for change rather than one completely convinced of staying put.
Now according to fresh reports, two European giants are now circling, sensing an opportunity as Gomez enters the final 12 months of his deal.
The Daily Mail claim that AC Milan are interested in the 28-yearold. AC Milan are long-term admirers and came close to landing the defender last summer, only for a move to fall through late in the window.
The report asserts that Milan remains keen and that Gomez is very interested in the prospect of a San Siro switch, viewing Serie A as an attractive next step in his career.
Besiktas are also credited with an interest and see Gomez as a potential headline defensive signing should he become available at a reasonable fee.
The Turkish side can offer regular minutes and a central role, but at 28, Gomez is still young enough to remain in one of Europe’s top five leagues and compete at the highest level.
With his contract ticking down and elite clubs monitoring the situation, Liverpool face a familiar decision. Cash in now, or risk losing a versatile, homegrown defender for significantly less further down the line.