The unexpected FA Cup exit had transformed Liverpool into a fine run of form, but Paris Saint-Germain has ended that streak. The French side triumphed at Anfield thanks to top-notch performances from Gianluigi Donnarumma, Ousmane Dembélé, and Vitinha. Yet there is hope for the Reds since Fabrizio Romano gave an encouraging update related to the future of one out of many important Anfield figures.
Virgil van Dijk left Kopites unsettled after Liverpool’s Champions League exit against PSG on Tuesday night by saying he has ‘no idea’ if he will pen a new contract. His future remains a relative mystery, with just over three months left on the current deal.
Virgil van Dijk became a Liverpool player in 2018, and since then, he has won all major team trophies and was recognized as one of the best centre-backs in the game. His form still looks promising, and this has caused a furore in which several clubs are closely observing the situation of the Dutchman. His discussion with PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi at Anfield initially raised eyebrows, albeit it was soon clarified that the 33-year-old was apologizing for comments he had made to Ligue 1 club staff during last week’s match at Parc des Princes.
Romano Provides Key Update on Van Dijk’s Contract Situation
Van Dijk didn’t provide a definitive answer about his Liverpool future in his post-match comments on Tuesday. He neither committed to staying nor expressed a strong desire to leave, making it clear that his situation remains undecided.
With his 34th birthday approaching in July, any contract extension from Liverpool would likely be for no more than two years. The club must make every effort to retain him—not just because of his composure and leadership, as Michael Dawson described, but also because losing a key defender without securing an immediate replacement would be a major setback.
Romano provided an update on Van Dijk’s future through his YouTube channel, roughly 24 hours after Liverpool’s European campaign came to an end.
“Liverpool internally insist on their plan to keep Virgil van Dijk at the club. They really want to keep Virgil.
“They insist on their confidence to make it happen, so Liverpool remain confident – relaxed is a big word; it’s still too early to say relaxed. You are relaxed when you sign a contract, but Liverpool remain in conversations with Van Dijk and are convinced that they can make it happen with the player.
“At the moment, there’s still nothing agreed, but Virgil van Dijk is speaking to the club. In this case, Liverpool maintain their position.”
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A swift resolution to this ongoing contract saga seems unlikely, and with time running out, securing a deal has become increasingly urgent. However, there remains optimism that Liverpool’s captain will commit to a new contract at Anfield within the next three months.