Liverpool faces potential center-back crisis as Van Dijk considers Galatasaray move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:10 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Liverpool could see significant changes in their defense this summer as Virgil van Dijk considers a move to Galatasaray. This follows the announcement that Ibrahima Konate will leave on a free transfer, with Joe Gomez also potentially on the market. New head coach Andoni Iraola will have to integrate Jeremy Jacquet and consider the return of Giovanni Leoni. Reports state that Van Dijk has given his agent permission to negotiate with Galatasaray, who are seeking a free transfer. Wesley Sneijder is playing a key role in the discussions as Van Dijk currently leads the Dutch national team at the World Cup.
- •Ibrahima Konate leaves Liverpool on a free transfer.
- •Joe Gomez may also be available for transfer this summer.
- •Galatasaray is pursuing Van Dijk for a potential free transfer.
- •Wesley Sneijder is involved in negotiations with Van Dijk.
- •Van Dijk continues to represent the Netherlands in the World Cup.
- 7:10 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool rocked as Van Dijk green-lights sensational move away
"Liverpool are facing a centre-back shakeup over the summer. The outgoing Premier League champions are still coming to terms with the loss of Ibrahima Konate. Konate, 27, will be leaving on a free tran...
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