Still, this Mohamed Salah impasse is like nothing we've ever known before. The probable the best player in the world, the probable Ballon d'Or winner, a player in the midst of a prime Lionel Messi level season seems to be pitching his club on the benefits of extending his contract.

Football has been blessed with innovative staff positions in recent years; nutritionists, data analysts, throw-in coaches among them. Sporting directors may soon need to invent another: chief social media post interpreter.

While Salah and Alexander-Arnold’s futures remain uncertain, van Dijk has stood out as a beacon of professionalism. Despite his own contract nearing its expiry, the Dutchman has kept his cards close to his chest, maintaining a composed demeanour both on and off the pitch.

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