Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has signed a new two-year contract, keeping him at Anfield until 2027. The Dutchman’s previous deal was set to expire this summer, but recent positive talks secured his extended stay. Van Dijk, who joined Liverpool from Southampton in 2018, expressed his joy and pride over continuing his journey with the Reds.
The 33-year-old will now reportedly earn £400,000 per week, making him the highest-paid defender in European football, surpassing Real Madrid’s David Alaba. However, he still trails behind Kalidou Koulibaly of Al-Hilal, who earns over £550,000 weekly. Van Dijk reaffirmed his commitment to the club, stating, “It was always Liverpool,” and expressed pride in being seen as an “adopted Scouser.”
With 314 appearances, 27 goals, and 13 assists, his influence remains vital. His recent winner against West Ham put Liverpool 13 points clear at the top, closing in on a historic 20th league title. Van Dijk and Mohamed Salah’s new contracts now leave Trent Alexander-Arnold’s future uncertain.
Virgil van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk
NetherlandsThis season he played in total 32 times for 2880 minutes for Premier League.
Virgil van Dijk scored 2 goals for Liverpool. He procured one assist. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 1st in Premier League. In the last match Liverpool won 2-1 against West Ham United. The next match in Premier League will be against Leicester City.
Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool is currently 1st in the Premier League with 76 points.
In the last 32 games, it has won 23 times, drew 7 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Liverpool won 2-1 against West Ham United.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 74 goals and conceding 31.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against Leicester City on Sunday 20th of April in Leicester. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.
