Liverpool have continued their impressive start under new manager Arne Slot by winning seven of their eight Premier League matches and soaring to the top of the league table. After their impressive 2-1 win over Chelsea, defender Virgil van Dijk gave a big update on his contract future at Anfield.
Liverpool Defender Virgil van Dijk Delivers Update On Contract Situation
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Van Dijk was unable to help his side keep a clean sheet against Chelsea, but produced a relatively strong performance to help them grind out three points and maintain their place at the top of the league table. After the match, the Dutchman also confirmed that the club are now talking with his representatives over a contract extension as his current deal expires at the end of June, 2025.
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He stated: “I can say obviously discussions are ongoing, but I don’t know, we will see what happens in the future. My very full focus is on Liverpool, wanting to win games that are ahead of me and nothing else. What the future will bring I have no idea at the moment. I can only tell you that discussions have been started up and we will see.
“I feel very good, physically, mentally and I am having fun. 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.”
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Of course, Van Dijk is not the only Liverpool player who have moved into the final years of their contracts at Liverpool. Along with him, Mohamed Salah’s current deal is also poised to expire at the end of June 2025 as well as that of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who continues to be linked to a potential move to Real Madrid.
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But Liverpool fans should be delighted with this confirmation from Van Dijk, who despite being 33 remains one of the best defenders in world football. The Dutchman, who was recently hailed for his “insane” ball playing skills, has helped the Reds keep five clean sheets and has only conceded three goals in eight Premier League games in the 2024/25 season so far.
