Dani Carvajal's place in Real Madrid's side could be under threat if Trent Alexander-Arnold makes the move from Liverpool, although he has sent a clear message ahead of his return from injury.

Three of the most important players in Liverpool's Premier League and Champions League victories several years ago may not be at Anfield next season.

Liverpool have three of their top players out of contract in the summer, so who would be good fits to replace them if they leave?

EXCLUSIVE: A former Liverpool striker has told Express Sport what he believes Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold will do this summer.

The latest Liverpool transfer news and rumours as we bring you live updates of January transfer deals with just over a week of the window remaining.

John Aldridge has his say on Liverpool's January transfer window and the futures of Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold in the second half of his weekly column

Alexander-Arnold’s current contract expires this summer, and negotiations to extend his stay at Anfield have faltered. Unlike teammates Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, who have publicly addressed their contract situations, Alexander-Arnold has stayed silent, a move widely perceived as calculated.

Trent Alexander-Arnold in action for Liverpool / IMAGO / Sports Press Photo "And yes he didn't play well against Manchester United (the 2-2 draw at Anfield on January 5), but if you would make such a fuss of him when he plays well, like you make a fuss ...

Arnold's future has been the subject of huge speculation, but one former Liverpool star has come to the England international's defence

Peter Crouch has urged Liverpool to pay Mohamed Salah "groundbreaking money" to stay, insisting he will be remembered among The Reds' greatest ever players.

Former Watford attacker Troy Deeney has lauded Trent Alexander-Arnold for his performance during Liverpool's 4-1 win over Ipswich Town on Saturday, January 25.

A trio of the most important players in their recent history — defender Virgil van Dijk, wide man Trent Alexander-Arnold and forward Mohamed Salah — are out of contract at the end of the season.