Trent Alexander-Arnold remains the focus of huge speculation at Liverpool.
The England international is out of contract with the Premier League leaders at the end of 2024/25 and talks are underway over a renewal.
Reds boss Arne Slot has previously expressed confidence in retaining the defender, but the 26-year-old has two options: sign a five-year contract renewal on Merseyside or accept a new challenge at Real Madrid.
As the saga continues, Real Madrid have reportedly had a transfer offer rejected, as they look to tempt Liverpool towards their latest selling opportunity.
Slot has always tried to dodge questions about what will happen to his right-back as the club fights to keep him at Anfield.
The Dutch coach was asked again about the latest developments in the situation and hinted at renewed confidence in winning the battle against the whites in 2025.
“He played an incredible game against West Ham, I think we all remember the pass he gave in the first half to Mo [Salah]. I see him every day training, working very hard. “He is totally committed to us and will play on Sunday.”
The possibility that Alexander-Arnold will not offer an update before the end of January is increasingly likely as Slot focuses on a title challenge.