Rhys Williams (22, 2026)
OGDEN: Another guy who played well during lockdown when everybody was hurt. But he has been on loan the past two years, so it’s time to find him a new club if you can or at least loan him out.
Verdict: Split (loan/find a new club)
Andy Robertson (29, 2026)
Verdict: Keep
Konstantinos Tsimikas (27, 2025)
MARCOTTI: I don’t see a reason to give him a new deal. He’s locked up for two years. He does a decent job when he comes in, and I like the fact that he’s different from Robertson.
Verdict: Keep
Calvin Ramsay (19, 2027)
OGDEN: This year was a write-off for him with injuries, but he was highly rated when he arrived. Let him get fit and see what he can offer. If it works out, he can be the alternative to Alexander-Arnold.
Verdict: Keep
Midfielders
Fabinho (29 years old, contract expires in 2026)
Verdict: Keep
Stefan Bajcetic (18, 2027)
OGDEN: He signed a new deal this year and was good when he got on the pitch, so I’d keep him.
MARCOTTI: I agree he has been good, but I think it’s important that he gets minutes on the pitch. You’ll have no problem finding a home for him on loan if, after assessing the incoming players, you think he’s not going to get regular football.
Verdict: Split (keep … if you can give him consistent playing time)
Thiago Alcantara (32, 2024)
OGDEN: You’re stuck with him, he’s never fit, nobody is going to take him with his wages. Good player when fit, but you can’t rely on him being fit.
MARCOTTI: You can’t count on him because of his injuries, but when he’s there he can contribute. See where you are at the end of the season. He’ll be 33, there’s no need to rush into a deal.
Verdict: Keep
Naby Keita (28, 2023)
OGDEN: He has been a disappointment and as such, they’re letting him go.
Verdict: Released
