When they have aged or no longer hold value to the team, departure becomes unavoidable even for former idols or big stars.

There will be significant changes at Anfield after this summer. Firstly, manager Jurgen Klopp will depart along with most of the coaching staff, followed by the players. Some key figures are negotiating contract extensions, while others are uncertain about their future.

However, three names below are certainly living their final days wearing the Liverpool jersey.

1. Joel Matip

The Cameroonian defender was once a reliable stopper in Liverpool’s defense.

Joel Matip’s contract is set to expire this August, and at the age of 33 with a diminished role, he is unlikely to receive any renewal offers from the club’s management. His potential departure could be seen as a regrettable loss for the passionate fans of the Merseyside Reds.

The Cameroonian center-back has been a part of Liverpool’s illustrious squad under Klopp’s reign. He has contributed to the club’s success in every possible way and has consistently partnered with Virgil van Dijk in crucial matches, such as the 2019 Champions League final.

2. Thiago Alcantara

Thiago came to Liverpool when he had reached the other side of his career.

Recently, The Athletic reported that Thiago won’t be offered a contract extension by the Anfield club, which isn’t surprising given the current circumstances. This is largely due to the Spanish player’s struggle with injuries for almost the entirety of his time at Liverpool.

However, this season has been particularly dire. Thiago has only appeared in one match, which was the 1-3 loss to Arsenal earlier this February, after which he found himself back in the infirmary. This means that match was likely his final appearance for the Reds.

If you were to ask Liverpool fans if they feel regretful, most would likely answer in the affirmative. The former Barcelona and Bayern Munich midfielder is truly world-class when at his best. Unfortunately, Thiago arrived at the club too late, when his career was already on the decline.

3. Adrian

This moment will forever be a beautiful memory for Adrian.

The Spanish goalkeeper surely played his final match for Liverpool around this time last year. His signing in August 2019 was also one of the most surprising deals for fans. Ultimately, his role was that of a third-choice goalkeeper, so his departure didn’t have much impact.

Adrian’s most memorable moment during his time on the bench at Anfield was his crucial save against Tammy Abraham in the penalty shootout of the UEFA Super Cup against Chelsea on August 14, 2019, just 10 days after he signed with the club.