Liverpool, off to a brilliant start this season, face RB Leipzig today on German soil. Despite their strong form, the club faces a dilemma with three key players approaching the end of their contracts next year. However, Liverpool are growing increasingly confident of securing a new deal with captain Virgil van Dijk. According to TEAMtalk, all parties are keen to extend the arrangement, with only the finer details left to be finalised.

Virgil van Dijk has been a cornerstone of Liverpool’s defence, playing a pivotal role in their success since his £75m transfer from Southampton in January 2018. Just 18 months into his Reds career, he lifted the Champions League trophy and has since added Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup honours to his name. His leadership and defensive prowess have made him one of the most significant signings in the club’s history.

A contract renewal is on the way apparently

“What the future will bring I have no idea at the moment. I can only tell you that discussions are ongoing with the right people and when it’s time to make a decision or whatever, I think you guys [the media] will know it as well.

“But now full commitment and focus is on Liverpool and to be successful this season. So we will see.”

Virgil Van Dijk to the media

Now 33 and currently Liverpool’s second-highest earner at £220,000 per week, Virgil van Dijk will turn 34 by the 2025/26 season. For many, that age signals a career winding down or a drop in form, but Van Dijk’s performances over the past 12 months indicate he’s still at his peak. His reputation as one of the world’s best defenders remains intact.

Reports from Teamtalk suggest that Liverpool are keen to keep him beyond his current contract, which expires next year, and Van Dijk is reportedly seeking a two-year extension until 2027. However, the Reds might prefer a one-year extension with an additional year as an option. Whether they meet his demands will be crucial for both Van Dijk’s future and Liverpool’s long-term plans.

Van Dijk honours and achievements

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Since joining Liverpool midway through the 2017-18 season, Van Dijk has been instrumental in transforming the team’s fortunes. Though they fell short in his debut Champions League campaign, losing to Real Madrid, it only spurred the team on. In his first full season, Van Dijk helped lead Liverpool to victory in the 2019 Champions League final, missing just one game due to suspension. His presence has been a driving force in the club’s recent success, solidifying his status as one of the world’s elite defenders.