Liverpool considers contract extension for Virgil van Dijk in new year

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Liverpool considers contract extension for Virgil van Dijk in new year
Summary

Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk is under evaluation for a potential contract extension as his current deal approaches its end in 2027. The club aims to assess his form throughout the season to determine his worth for a renewed agreement. Despite discussions of a summer exit, Liverpool remains reliant on the 35-year-old center-back's leadership on the pitch. Talks are expected to commence early next year, similar to how extensions were handled with other players like Mohamed Salah.

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  • Van Dijk's current contract ends in 2027.
  • Liverpool is monitoring his performance for a potential extension.
  • He is a key figure in Liverpool's defense despite speculation of a summer exit.
  • Contract talks are expected to start in the new year.
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Liverpool last summer cleared off several top earners from the wage bill. £400k per week forward Mohamed Salah left on a free transfer with Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate also among the big wage ...

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