Liverpool have opened talks with Joe Allen over a new signing a new deal . The Wales midfielder , who is recovering from a slight hip problem , has just over two years left on his current terms but he is a player whom Brendan Rodgers wants to keep for the long-term . Allen was one of Rodgers ' first signings when he became Liverpool manager in 2012 , having previously been a key figure for him at Swansea , and he has continued to fill an important role at Anfield . Joe Allen is set to be offered a new long-term contract by Liverpool , with two years left on his current deal . Brendan Rodgers will be pleased to be extending the stay of a player that he brought with him from Swansea . He has 24 appearances so far this season for Rodgers ' top-four chasing side and returns to his former club this weekend as Liverpool look to keep up their good form against Swansea . He missed Liverpool 's 0-0 draw with Blackburn Rovers in the FA Cup on Sunday with a minor hip strain but is expected to return for the trip to the Liberty Stadium . Liverpool have won their last four Premier League games including an impressive 2-1 win over champions Manchester City this month .
Joe Allen has two years left on his contract with Liverpool . But the club are now looking to sign him up for a long-term new deal . Brendan Rodgers wants to keep Allen after signing him in 2012 .