Virgil van Dijk has signed a new two-year contract with Liverpool, confirming his long-term commitment to the club. The 33-year-old defender, a key player for Liverpool, follows Mohamed Salah in agreeing to a contract extension.
It was widely expected that Van Dijk would remain at Liverpool, and sources indicate he turned down lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia last summer. By fulfilling this new contract, Van Dijk will have spent nine years at Liverpool, during which he has won the Champions League, domestic cups, and is on track to win his second Premier League title.
Van Dijk stated that Liverpool was always his priority. He expressed his strong connection to the club and its fans, feeling proud to be considered a “Scouser”.
Despite being 34 in July, Van Dijk remains a top center-back and has been crucial in Liverpool`s strong Premier League performance this season. His contract extension is seen as a significant statement for the club, especially as Van Dijk anticipates a busy summer of player activity at Anfield, both in and out of the club.
Van Dijk mentioned the expectation of a `big summer` for Liverpool regarding player transfers, urging fans to trust the club`s management to make the right decisions.
While Van Dijk and Salah have extended their contracts, Liverpool still needs to address other player contracts. There is ongoing speculation about the future of Ibrahima Konate, Van Dijk`s defensive partner, with reported interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid.
