Virgil van Dijk has hinted he is close to committing his future to Liverpool, saying there has been “progress” in talks over a new contract. The Holland defender, who turns 34 in July, is seeking a two-year extension, with the club keen to secure the captain’s long-term future at Anfield.
“There is progress, yeah. I don’t know, we’ll see. Listen, these are internal discussions and we’ll see,” Van Dijk said. “I love the club, I love the fans and they were there for us again and we wanted to reward them at Fulham. But I want them to be there against West Ham on Sunday again and make the stadium an amazing venue like always for us.”
The news will lift supporters, who face the likely departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer to Real Madrid this summer. Liverpool are also in negotiations with top scorer Mohamed Salah, who wants a longer deal amid concerns over his age and pace, as the club looks to strengthen with targets including Newcastle’s Alexander Isak and Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez.
Manager Arne Slot has guided Liverpool to within four wins of a record-equalling 20th league title, and tying down Van Dijk and Salah would underpin further squad improvements for next season.
