Veteran Liverpool star takes one step closer to emotional exit

Liverpool could be about to say goodbye to their longest-serving player. Is this the end?

Liverpool have already said some difficult goodbyes as both Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson bid farewell on Sunday. But the emotional moments won't stop there.

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It seems that Joe Gomez may follow the pair out of the exit door. Gomez, who has one year remaining on his contract, nearly left the club last summer and again the summer before that.

Both deals collapsed simply because they were tied to incoming deals that didn't happen. That won't be the case with interest in 2026 - Gomez will simply be available on the cheap.

The Daily Mail reports that Aston Villa are keen to sign the defender, eyeing experience for their upcoming UEFA Champions League campaign. They'd certainly find it in Gomez, who is currently Liverpool's longest-serving player.

It always felt likely that Gomez leaves this summer but finding a buyer was the major question. Villa are as ideal as it gets and if they truly do want the defender, he's simply one step closer to an exit.

This could be the end.

Joe Gomez: Situation Summary

Liverpool Campaign and Stats

As of 27 May 2026, Joe Gomez faces an uncertain future at Anfield following a stop-start campaign. The 29-year-old versatile defender has found himself largely utilised as a bit-part player under head coach Arne Slot, making 16 starts and 17 substitute appearances across all competitions. His domestic season concluded on 24 May with a brief, one-minute cameo off the bench in Liverpool's season-ending 1–1 draw against Brentford.

Anfield Exit and Transfer Links

With his contract set to expire in June 2027, Gomez has publicly admitted his future remains up in the air. Reports indicate he is prepared to quit the club this summer to secure regular football. A major transfer battle is brewing, with Aston Villa identifying him as a prime, versatile target to boost their upcoming Champions League campaign. AC Milan and Beşiktaş are also monitoring his situation closely.