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Jamie Carragher confesses that when he first saw Virgil Van Dijk in action at Celtic Park, he was sceptical, believing the defender was too BIG to succeed

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / April 22

'A bit of a free run' – Journalist claims Liverpool are the frontrunners to sign PL star

Liverpool have been backed to complete the signing of Premier League defender early in the summer. The Reds are looking to sign a new central defender despite Virgil Van Dijk signing a new contract at the club.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / April 18

Liverpool set for sustained success by retaining key stars

Liverpool’s blueprint for continued success took a major step forward this week.

Manchester United and Tottenham keep seasons alive with Europa League heroics

The 'Premier League clean-sheet leaders' quiz

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'English Premier League champions since 1992-93' quiz

How many of the clubs to finish top of the English Premier League table since the 1992-93 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'UEFA Europa League champions' quiz

The 'Ballon d'Or winners' quiz

The 'UEFA Champions League all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Liverpool FC News / Extratime Talk / April 18

Virgil van Dijk Contract Extension at Liverpool Makes Perfect Sense

One often tends to use superlatives in abundance while describing Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk. He combines the desirable but contrasting attributes of the great central defenders of tested years.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / April 11

Liverpool moves forward with out-of-contract duo, but another star's exit looms

Liverpool has taken significant steps towards securing future success.

Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain have golden opportunity for rare Champions League success

The 'Premier League clean-sheet leaders' quiz

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 4

Football stars react to Hummels retirement call: Van Dijk, Dybala, Podolski messages

Several icons of the world’s game have sent well-wishing messages to Roma defender Mats Hummels, who has recently announced that he will retire at the

Soccer News / PSG Talk / March 27

PSG Have Eyes on €40M-Rated Liverpool Target Who Will Replace Virgil Van Dijk

German outlet Bild reports (h/t Paris Fans) that PSG are targeting Nico Schlotterbeck, the 25-year-old Borussia Dortmund defender, under contract until 2027.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / March 18

Liverpool Breaths Easy as ESPN Reveals Latest Twist in PSG’s €100M Contract Rumor

On Tuesday, ESPN’s Julien Laurens reported that no deal is imminent between the two sides despite a video circulating on social media last week showing the Liverpool skipper with Campos.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / March 18

‘No talks, no negotiations’: Definitive Van Dijk contract update provided – report

Liverpool fans are praying that we hear some positive contract news soon and we’ve been provided another update on the future of Virgil van Dijk. Taking to X, Julien Laurens reported: ‘There is nothing between PSG and Virgil Van Dijk.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / March 18

Real Madrid want Liverpool’s potential replacement of Virgil Van Dijk

Real Madrid will look to sign a new centre-back in the summer transfer window and they may come to the Premier League for their summer shopping. The Spanish giants are linked with a move for Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold with the England international defender set to become a free agent at the end of the season.

Liverpool FC News / The Kop Times / March 13

VVD’s post-defeat comments spark fresh fears among Liverpool fans

Liverpool suffered a major blow as they crashed out of the Champions League after a penalty shootout defeat to PSG. Adding to their troubles, the club remains without updates on the contract situations of three key players.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

‘I Don’t Know’: Expiring Liverpool Star Gives Vague Contract Update

Liverpool were eliminated from the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League by losing to PSG by a 1-1 (4-1) margin on a penalty shootout at Anfield. The Reds’ dreams of winning a European Treble this season is over, and the result was followed by an interesting comment from Virgil van Dijk on his future.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / March 7

Virgil Van Dijk Drops One-Word Description on What Liverpool Needed to Do Against PSG

In his column for Saturday’s matchday program ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Southampton, the captain acknowledged that they would have to “suffer” against Luis Enrique’s squad.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / March 4

Liverpool add 21-year-old defender to their summer transfer wish list

Liverpool are looking for defenders in the market due to the uncertain future of club captain Virgil Van Dijk. The Dutch defender is set to become a free agent at the end of the season and despite conversations happening between the player and the club, there is nothing agreed on a new deal for the Dutch defender at Anfield.

Liverpool FC News / PSG on SI / March 3

Virgil Van Dijk Sends Rallying Cry Ahead of PSG vs Liverpool

PSG is set to play in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The first leg at Parc des Princes is on March 5, and the Anfield leg is on March 11. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is expected to play a key role in his team's chances of progression.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 17

Report: Liverpool shortlist three centre-backs to replace Virgil Van Dijk

Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk has entered the final few months of his contract at the club. His long term future is uncertain at the club and the Dutch defender is nowhere close to signing a new deal at the club.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / February 11

Liverpool transfers: Barcelona ready to make a move to sign Reds star for free this summer

Barcelona are interested in signing a Liverpool star in the summer transfer window when he becomes a free agent. The Reds are currently dealing with the contract situation of Virgil Van Dijk, Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / February 7

‘No Idea’: ‘Outstanding’ Liverpool Star Gives Worrying Update

Liverpool marched into the final of the 2024/25 Carabao Cup with a dominant 4-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the second half, overturning a 1-0 deficit from the previous leg.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Provstgaard: Lazio a ‘dream come true’, Van Dijk ‘my idol’

Lazio’s new signing Oliver Provstgaard admits he draws inspiration from Liverpool’s Virgil Van Dijk in terms of both playing style and ‘personality’, as he considers himself a ‘modern centre-back’.

Liverpool FC News / The Kop Times / January 23

Virgil Van Dijk praises emerging ‘fantastic young talent’ at Anfield

Liverpool demonstrated their impressive squad depth with a commanding victory over LOSC Lille, taking control of the match right from the start. With a busy fixture list ahead, the Reds opted to rest several key players for their midweek Champions League encounter.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 13

‘Elbow him’: Severe treatment used to stop Virgil van Dijk confirmed by opponent

We all know how good Virgil van Dijk is and perhaps the best illustration of this is when opposition teams make a special effort to stop him playing his game.

RB Leipzig News / FirstSportz / July 12

‘Emotional’ Virgil Van Dijk breaks silence on referee’s controversial penalty decision in England’s favor

Netherlands skipper Virgil Van Dijk spoke out after the Euros semi-final match, criticizing referee Felix Zwayer for the controversial penalty decision that helped England reach the final.

Liverpool FC News / Extratime Talk / April 4, 2024

Virgil Van Dijk Showing signs of His Prime

Liverpool’s captain Virgil van Dijk is having a terrific season at the club. The Dutchman’s performances in the 2023/24 campaign have once again reminded the football community of his main traits and world-class quality.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / January 31, 2024

‘To Be Honest’: Fabrizio Romano Clarifies Future of ‘Unbelievable’ Liverpool Star After Interesting Comments

Liverpool have been rocked by the recent revelation from Jurgen Klopp that he would be leaving the club at the end of the 2023/24 season and their club captain Virgil van Dijk worried some fans with his recent comments on his future at the club for the long-term.

Liverpool FC News / FanNation Futbol / December 23, 2023

Liverpool's Virgil Van Dijk Asks Referee "Have You Been Drinking?" During Draw With Arsenal

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk was not impressed with referee Chris Kavanagh during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Arsenal at Anfield. Arsenal survived a strong penalty appeal in the first 19 minutes after captain Martin Odegaard performed an NBA-style move to take a low ball away from Mo Salah.