English golfer Ian Poulter has admitted that he is uncertain about his future with LIV Golf as the breakaway circuit faces important questions about its plans for 2027.
Poulter, one of the biggest names to join LIV Golf when the competition launched in 2022, said he hopes the league continues but has not yet decided whether he will remain with the circuit or take time away from the game.
The 50-year-old made the comments after LIV Golf’s 2026 season ended earlier than originally planned.
In a social media message reflecting on his time with the league, Poulter described his experience as a remarkable journey. However, he also made it clear that his own future remains undecided.
Poulter said he hopes a new version of the competition, often referred to as “LIV 2.0”, can move forward. He noted that some players may choose to stay while others could leave.
For his own career, Poulter said he may continue playing with LIV Golf or decide to take some time off, adding that he has genuinely not made a final decision.
The uncertainty surrounding Poulter comes at an important moment for LIV Golf.
The league recently ended its 2026 season a week earlier than planned and is now trying to secure its financial future. LIV Golf has announced that it has reached a term-sheet agreement with a potential lead investor that could provide funding for the 2027 season.
However, the agreement is not yet final or legally binding, meaning questions remain about whether the proposed investment will be completed.
LIV Golf has faced a difficult period as it prepares for a future without financial backing from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which played a major role in supporting the league during its early years.
The league’s chief executive, Scott O’Neil, has acknowledged that LIV faces a tight deadline to secure a new funding agreement. He has also said that support from players will be important if the competition is to move forward successfully.
For Poulter, the situation represents another major decision in a long professional career.
The English golfer was among the high-profile players who made the move from established golf tours to LIV Golf in 2022. His decision attracted significant attention because Poulter had built a successful career on the European circuit and the PGA Tour.
He is particularly famous for his performances in the Ryder Cup, where he became one of Europe’s most recognisable and successful players.
Poulter has won 17 professional tournaments during his career, including three PGA Tour titles. However, he has not won an individual or team championship during his time with LIV Golf.
Despite the uncertainty, Poulter defended his decision to join the league.
He explained that LIV Golf provided him with an important opportunity later in his career and said professional athletes often make career decisions based on factors such as opportunity, family and financial security.
His comments highlight the difficult choices now facing several LIV Golf players.
Some may decide to remain if the league secures stable funding and launches a successful new chapter. Others could consider returning to traditional golf tours or exploring different opportunities.
The future of LIV Golf remains unclear, but Poulter’s decision will be closely watched because of his long association with the competition.
For now, the veteran golfer has left the door open.
He has not announced his retirement, nor has he confirmed that he will remain with LIV Golf.
As discussions continue over funding and the possible launch of LIV Golf’s next chapter, Poulter and other players will have major decisions to make about where their careers go next.
