Liverpool are off to a bright start this season, topping the table and exceeding expectations under Arne Slot in his debut campaign. Their recent 2-1 victory over Chelsea was a testament to their strong form. However, despite this success, the club faces a pressing concern as contracts for several key players, including those of their main trio, are set to expire by the end of the season. According to sources at Football Insider, Liverpool’s top priority is to secure an extension for Virgil van Dijk.
Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke revealed the Merseyside giants are trying to retain the 33-year-old for the foreseeable future.
Since joining Liverpool in 2018, Virgil van Dijk has been a mainstay in the team’s defence, making 279 appearances and scoring 24 goals. As club captain, he has been impressed with the work Arne Slot has done since he took over from Jürgen Klopp, and he remains a pivotal figure in Liverpool’s back line. However, with his contract set to expire soon, Van Dijk could begin discussing terms with foreign clubs from January, leaving Liverpool eager to secure a contract extension before then.
Liverpool want Virgil Van Dijk to remain at the club
Liverpool recently secured the contract renewal of Jarell Quansah and is now prioritising extensions for both Ibrahima Konaté and Virgil van Dijk. Currently earning £220,000 per week, If a new deal is reached, Van Dijk could soon find himself earning as much as Mohamed Salah. This situation raises a growing concern for the club, especially as Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold will also become free agents at the end of the season. Van Dijk has remained tight-lipped about his future, fueling speculation regarding his next move.
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While retaining Virgil van Dijk is a top priority for Liverpool’s decision-makers sources have informed Reds are also keen to bolster their defensive options. Football Insider has revealed that Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi is a potential target, viewed as a possible long-term replacement for Van Dijk as the club looks to secure its defensive future.
