Liverpool stars Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliott recently addressed questions about their futures following the Reds’ 2-1 Champions League victory over Lille. Their responses provided some clarity for fans curious about their plans.
Elliott, who has been linked with a potential summer move and was previously rumored to be a target for Newcastle, was quick to shut down any speculation. Speaking to TNT Sports, he confidently stated, “It’s pretty clear… I’m not leaving. This is my team, this is my club!” The 20-year-old midfielder reaffirmed his commitment to Liverpool, dismissing any notion of a transfer.
Salah, on the other hand, was more reserved when discussing his future. The Egyptian forward, whose contract expires in June and who has been the subject of rumors regarding a potential move to Saudi Arabia, did not provide a definitive answer. When asked about the possibility of achieving further milestones at Liverpool, Salah replied, “I’m not sure about that, but I’ll give it my best.”
Reflecting on his 50th European goal for the club, Salah expressed pride in the achievement but emphasized the importance of the team’s success. “Hopefully, I’m not the last to reach this,” he remarked. “I wasn’t focused on the record before the match, but I’m very proud and happy—especially since we won, which is what matters most.” He also praised Lille’s resilience, acknowledging their strong game plan and 21-match unbeaten run, but noted his satisfaction with Liverpool’s ability to secure the victory.
The win against Lille at Anfield strengthened Liverpool’s position at the top of their Champions League group. The game was tightly contested, with Salah opening the scoring in the first half to give Liverpool the lead. Lille equalized through Jonathan David, despite being reduced to 10 men following Aissa Mandi’s red card. The decisive goal came when Elliott’s deflected shot found the back of the net, ensuring Liverpool’s seventh consecutive victory in the competition.
Elsewhere in the group, Barcelona secured a thrilling 5-4 victory over Benfica, meaning Liverpool still require one more point to confirm their position as group leaders. With 21 points from seven matches, no other team can surpass their total, but a draw in their final group-stage match against PSV would guarantee their top spot.
Liverpool’s dominant Champions League campaign continues, and they head into their next match with confidence, knowing they are in control of their destiny.
