Liverpool's Van Dijk and Gomez on track to leave after contract expires
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez are unlikely to receive new contracts from Liverpool, with both set to depart at the end of the season. Liverpool has made significant investments in their center-back options, including recent signings such as Giovanni Leoni and Ronald Araujo. Van Dijk, who joined from Southampton in 2018, has been a key player for the club but faces limited prospects for contract renewal as he approaches the end of his career. Gomez, frequently hindered by injuries, is also poised to leave on a free transfer next June.
- •Virgil van Dijk turns 36 next season, raising contract concerns.
- •Joe Gomez, 29, has struggled with injuries during his tenure.
- •Liverpool secured players like Giovanni Leoni and Ronald Araujo for defense.
- •Both defenders are out of contract in June 2027.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Game over: Long-serving Liverpool duo won't get new deals
"Liverpool have spent a lot of time and money improving their centre-back options in recent windows. The renewal process kicked off in summer 2025 with the acquisition of Giovanni Leoni in a £26m deal...
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