Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has brought joy to Reds supporters by confirming he is close to signing a new deal with the club—despite interest from French giants Paris Saint-Germain.
Van Dijk’s current contract is set to expire at the end of the season, with speculation surrounding his future alongside fellow stars Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold. Following Liverpool’s Champions League Round of 16 exit at the hands of PSG, Van Dijk was seen in conversation with both the Parisian club’s president and sporting director, fueling rumors of a potential move.
French media reports suggested that the Dutch defender was seriously considering an offer from PSG. However, Van Dijk has now delivered the update all Liverpool fans were hoping for.
Speaking about his contract situation, Van Dijk said: “There is progress.” When asked if he was certain to stay at Liverpool, he added: “I don’t know, we’ll see. Listen, these are internal discussions and let’s see what happens.”
Sources close to the club have confirmed that positive talks have taken place between Van Dijk’s representatives and Liverpool, with both sides keen to reach an agreement soon.
While Trent Alexander-Arnold looks increasingly likely to join Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer, and Salah is reportedly demanding £400,000 per week in a new deal, Van Dijk appears to be leaning toward staying at Anfield.
The 33-year-old center-back has been a vital figure in Liverpool’s success since arriving from Southampton in 2018 for £75 million. He has won both the Premier League and Champions League during his time with the Reds and remains a cornerstone of Jurgen Klopp’s squad.
With Liverpool currently leading the Premier League by 11 points over Arsenal with just seven matches remaining, Van Dijk could soon add another domestic title to his resume—further strengthening his legacy at the club.