Liverpool Sign Dominik Szoboszlai in Record-Breaking Deal, But He Won’t Be Among the Top Earners
Liverpool have made their second-most expensive signing in club history with the acquisition of Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old cost the Reds a reported £60 million, only behind Darwin Nunez (£85m), Virgil van Dijk (£75m) and Alisson (£65m).
However, despite the hefty price tag, Szoboszlai will not be among the club’s top earners. This is due to Liverpool’s long-standing wage policy, which sees new signings agree to lower wages on the understanding that their form and development will be rewarded.
According to the Telegraph’s Chris Bascombe, Szoboszlai will be earning less than £125,000 a week – which is in the mid-range of Liverpool salaries. This is less than half of what Mason Mount, who Liverpool were previously interested in, will earn at Manchester United (£250,000 a week).
Mohamed Salah is comfortably Liverpool’s highest earner on £350,000 per week, but it is believed that Virgil van Dijk and Thiago are the only other players earning £200,000 a week or more. The rest of the squad can use this as an incentive to perform, though their contracts will already include various performance-related bonuses.
Szoboszlai was also tracked by Newcastle this summer, but Liverpool’s emergence in the running last week made it a no brainer for the Hungarian.
Why Liverpool Signed Szoboszlai
Liverpool’s signing of Szoboszlai is a signal of faith in the midfielder, particularly as negotiations with RB Leipzig ended up with a single payment to meet his release clause.
The Hungarian international has been one of the most sought-after players in Europe this season, having scored nine goals and provided 13 assists in all competitions for Leipzig. He has also been capped 18 times by Hungary and is considered one of the brightest prospects in the game.
Szoboszlai is expected to provide competition for places in Liverpool’s midfield, with Jurgen Klopp keen to add more depth to his squad. The 22-year-old is capable of playing anywhere across the midfield and has already shown he can play at the highest level.
The Reds have been lacking creativity in midfield since Philippe Coutinho left for Barcelona in 2018, and Szoboszlai could be the man to fill that void. He is known for his ability to pick out passes and create chances for his teammates, as well as his eye for goal from outside the box.
What Szoboszlai Brings to Liverpool
Szoboszlai will bring a lot to Liverpool’s midfield. He is an excellent dribbler and has the vision and passing range to unlock defences. He is also a threat from set pieces and can score goals from long range.
The Hungarian international is also an excellent reader of the game and has the ability to anticipate opposition passes and interceptions. He is also a hard worker off the ball and will provide defensive cover for Liverpool’s back four.
Szoboszlai’s arrival could also help Liverpool’s other midfielders reach their full potential. His presence in midfield could help free up space for players like Jordan Henderson and Georginio Wijnaldum to make more forward runs and create chances for their teammates.
Conclusion
Liverpool have made a statement of intent with the signing of Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old is one of Europe’s brightest prospects and could be the man to unlock defences for the Reds.
He may not be among the club’s top earners just yet, but his arrival signals Liverpool’s faith in his ability and potential. Szoboszlai could be the man to bring creativity back to Anfield and help the Reds reach their full potential this season.