What Liverpool sources think about Virgil van Dijk signing a new contract

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Liverpool face a huge problem heading into 2025, with Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk all expected to become free-agents.

The Anfield trio are arguably the three most important outfield players in Arne Slot’s squad, with Alexander-Arnold, Salah and Van Dijk all playing key roles in Liverpool’s historic success under Jurgen Klopp.

With Alexander-Arnold wanted by Real Madrid and Salah still attracting interest from Saudi Arabia, Van Dijk is the current favourite to remain at Liverpool beyond this season, though the Merseyside captain has been coy about his future.

Yet a decision on the Dutch international’s contract situation could be made sooner rather than later.

Liverpool and Van Dijk confident an agreement can be reached

According to GiveMeSport, Liverpool sources are confident that an agreement can be reached with Van Dijk over a new contract after a round of positive talks with the 33-year-old centre-back.

As per the report, Liverpool have been considering an extension for Van Dijk that goes beyond the usual one-year that most Premier League clubs would do for a player of the Dutchman’s age, emphasising the defender’s value for the Reds.

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Even at 33-years-old, Van Dijk is still rightfully considered one of the best defenders in the world, with the former Southampton star playing a key role in Liverpool’s incredible defensive structure under Arne Slot.

And with positive contract talks taking place, there could soon be an announcement regarding Van Dijk’s future at Liverpool, with the centre-back too important for the Reds to be allowed to leave for nothing at the end of this season.

Liverpool have to announce Van Dijk’s new contract ASAP

With Alexander-Arnold and Salah seemingly one step out of the door already at Liverpool next year, keeping hold of Van Dijk has never been more important for the Reds, especially with the defender as good as he is.

Yet after this positive update, Liverpool need to announce Van Dijk’s new contract as soon as possible, with an announcement before the end of the year something that ever Anfield fan would greatly appreciate.

Indeed, Van Dijk is one of the best defenders in the world and a player who can play an influential role for many years to come under Slot, even at the age of 33.