Report Revives Claim Van Dijk’s Camp Sought Real Madrid Move Last Season
AS reports Madrid declined over perceived long‑term risk from his 2020 knee injury.
Overview
- According to AS, the defender’s representatives contacted intermediaries to gauge Real Madrid’s interest during a tense contract period at Liverpool.
- Real Madrid were reportedly unmoved, with technical staff viewing his previous cruciate ligament rupture as too great a medical risk.
- Van Dijk eventually accepted a Liverpool extension through 2027 after delaying his decision late into negotiations.
- Coverage also reports Madrid prioritized younger options such as Dean Huijsen and that the player turned down a lucrative offer from Al‑Hilal.
- The resurfaced claims are being circulated ahead of a Liverpool–Real Madrid Champions League meeting and have not been confirmed by either club.