Overview

• Virgil van Dijk has signed a two-year contract extension with Liverpool after months of negotiations, ensuring his stay until 2027.
• The Dutch defender, who joined Liverpool in 2018 for €80 million, has been pivotal to the club's success, winning seven major trophies including the Champions League and Premier League.
• Van Dijk has made 314 appearances and scored 27 goals for Liverpool, including a recent match-winning goal against West Ham that extended their Premier League lead to 13 points over Arsenal.
• Earlier this week, Mohamed Salah also extended his contract with Liverpool, further solidifying the team's core as they push for another title.
• Trent Alexander-Arnold remains the only key player with an expiring contract, with reports suggesting interest from Real Madrid.