17-04-2025
'It was always Liverpool'
Virgil van Dijk says his future was "always Liverpool" after ending lengthy contract negotiations by agreeing a new captain's future has been a talking point throughout the season given he was due to be out of contract at the end of the on his new deal, Van Dijk said: "It was always in my head, it was always the plan and it was always Liverpool."There wasn't any doubt in my head that this is the place to be for me and my family. I'm one of Liverpool. Someone called me the other day an adopted Scouser – I'm really proud to hear these things, it gives me a great feeling."I'm very happy, very proud. There are so many emotions, obviously, that go through my head right now speaking about it."It's a proud feeling. It's a feeling of joy. It's just incredible. To be able to extend the journey I've had so far in my career with another two years at this club is amazing."Van Dijk's deal brings to an end a key few days for the club, with top scorer Mohamed Salah also agreeing fresh terms. Trent Alexander-Arnold's future remains uncertain, though. His deal will expire at the end of the campaign and he has been heavily linked with a move to Real are you feeling? How crucial is Van Dijk staying to the club and the future under Arne Slot? Send us your thoughts here
