A 2 year extension on reduced terms is a good deal for all parties, he certainly has something to offer but he’s also certainly lost some energy so can’t be the starter week in week out.
You’d expect he’ll get a lot of minutes come Jan in a front three of Salah - Firmino - Diaz…
That would mean at least until he’s 34, possibly more.
It’s normal that the player in this situation wants the most years he can get (we’ll also see if this is more or less the end of his international career), but I don’t want us to give him a too long contract.
Was only a few weeks ago we entered talks of a new deal, player himself wants to stay and I think after the season he’s had so far, he’s earned himself a 2 year extension.
I don’t think six (Diaz, Jota, Nunez, Bobby, Salah, and Gakpo) attackers are too much considering our fixture load and fitness record. I think Firmino can assume the Milner role next season. Of course, Firmino may wish to play more often and he may decide to leave.
I’d rather see him stay than go at this stage. He seems settled and happy at Liverpool, gets plenty of game time and can do a job. It will be down to his desire - accept reduced terms here (and keep your life settled and family settled), or take a final big pay day elsewhere and move. Maybe a bit of a Gini situation, albeit I think he was on less than what Bobby is on now.
One thing is for certain, of the players who’s contracts are coming to an end, Bobby is the one to hold on to if any - Ox and Naby are leaving in the summer…I hope.