Liverpool Have Already Made Contact About Roland Sallai, According to His Father

Liverpool’s search for right-back reinforcements has taken an intriguing turn after Roland Sallai’s father confirmed that the Premier League club have already opened talks over a possible move for the Hungary international. The 28-year-old, who has featured in 33 matches for Galatasaray this season across a variety of right-sided roles, is emerging as a surprise target for the Reds ahead of the 2026 summer window.

With Conor Bradley potentially sidelined until 2027 and speculation mounting that Joe Gomez could depart before the new campaign, Jürgen Klopp’s side face the prospect of beginning next season with only Jeremie Frimpong as a fit senior right-back. That scenario has accelerated Liverpool’s efforts to identify versatile cover, and Sallai’s name has risen swiftly up the shortlist.

Dominik Szoboszlai, Sallai’s compatriot and Liverpool midfielder, fuelled the chatter earlier this term when he told Hungarian daily Blikk: “From here he can only sign for a team that is truly one of the top teams in the world. Liverpool could be such a destination, and I admit, I wouldn’t be surprised if this club change happened now, in the winter.”

Sallai joined Galatasaray from Freiburg two years ago and has since established himself as a reliable operator down the right flank, operating both as an attacking full-back and a wide midfielder. His versatility and international experience—he is a mainstay for Hungary—appear to fit the profile Liverpool are seeking as they map out contingency plans for the next transfer window.

While the Merseyside club have yet to make any official statement, the confirmation of initial contact from the player’s father suggests groundwork is being laid well in advance. Whether negotiations progress to a formal bid remains to be seen, but Liverpool’s proactive approach underlines the urgency with which they view the potential shortage at right-back.