Mac Allister’s World Cup campaign continues as Liverpool future remains unclear

Alexis Mac Allister has played every minute of Argentina’s World Cup run ahead of Wednesday’s semi-final against England, while his Liverpool contract situation stays unresolved.

• Mac Allister has played 539 minutes across the World Cup, winning 31 duels and making nine interceptions, with only goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez logging more minutes for Argentina.
• Mac Allister told ESPN last month that “the number eight position, also double number six, is my best position, but I can play anywhere.”
• Liverpool has not opened talks with Mac Allister over a new deal, though his current contract runs until 2028, and the club is negotiating a new contract with Dominik Szoboszlai.
• Under FIFA regulations, Mac Allister will not return to Liverpool until at least 10 August after the World Cup, leaving less than two weeks before the Premier League season begins.