Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk has opened up about his contract scenario amid uncertainty over his future at Anfield. The Dutch defender’s present cope with the Merseyside giants expires this summer time and he has but to signal a brand new contract.
Van Dijk was requested about his future in a Cadburys occasion after the Merseyside Derby, the place Arne Slot’s aspect beat Everton 1-0. The Liverpool defender insisted that there might be information quickly however doesn’t know whether or not it’s going to constructive or not.
The Netherlands captain additionally admitted that he loves enjoying for the Reds and likewise acknowledged that he’s admired by the followers. He additionally insisted that he’s not panicked concerning the scenario. The 33-year-old stated, as quoted by Empire of the Kop:
“I can’t say greater than, there might be information within the upcoming weeks. Whether or not it’s constructive or not, I don’t know at this level, effectively I don’t know. I discussed it many occasions earlier than, I stated, I’m calm, that is what occurred many occasions earlier than.”
Van Dijk added:
“I like the membership and the membership loves me, I like enjoying for Liverpool, I like being around the boys each day. At this stage, I’m not likely panicking in anyway, so – let’s see.”
Van Dijk has been a key participant for Liverpool since his reported £75 million change from Southampton in January 2018. He has made 312 appearances for the Reds to date, serving to them win eight trophies, together with one Premier League and one Champions League.
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Former scout Mick Brown has claimed that Liverpool defender Jarell Quansah is eager on a change to Newcastle United this summer time. He has claimed that the younger defender is eager on getting common minutes and due to this fact fancies a transfer to St. James’ Park.
Brown has revealed that the Magpies wished Quansah final summer time and a transfer could possibly be on the playing cards this summer time. He advised Soccer Insider, as quoted by Caught Offside:
“His chances are high going to be restricted at Liverpool. I picked Quansah out when he was within the youth group and I at all times thought he had the makings of changing into a prime participant. He’s received to a sure stage in his profession, however now I believe he must push on once more.”
The previous scout added:
“To do this, he’s received to be enjoying soccer on the prime stage. With the choices they’ve received at Liverpool in the mean time, it doesn’t appear to be he’ll be a daily any time quickly, particularly whereas they’re trying to signal new gamers there. So if he’s received the chance to go and play for Newcastle, I hear he needs to try this.”
Brown concluded:
“He is aware of what’s greatest for his profession, and at this stage is having the ability to play each week. It could be an incredible transfer for him and for Newcastle, they’d be choosing up a really promising younger participant if they may get it over the road.”
Quansah has been a fringe participant for Liverpool this season underneath Arne Slot having made 22 appearances throughout competitions. He featured 33 occasions for the Reds final season underneath Jurgen Klopp.
