Liverpool's plans with Van Dijk

Liverpool planning to offer Van Dijk a new contract extension; his current deal expires June 2027.

Liverpool are planning to offer Virgil van Dijk a new contract, according to English media reports. Van Dijk's current deal runs until June 2027, but manager Andoni Iraola and the club's hierarchy believe the team still needs the leadership of their captain, who turned 35 on 8 July.

Iraola is very satisfied with what Van Dijk brings to the Liverpool dressing room, and the defender's on-pitch performance remains high. Van Dijk has played every minute of Liverpool's first 10 Premier League matches this season. The Netherlands captain will miss upcoming Nations League fixtures against Greece and Germany due to minor physical issues.

When asked about a possible renewal, Van Dijk said: "We'll see. I'm not in panic." He clarified there is currently no news on a contract extension but stressed there is no stress either. "I want to keep playing and continue what I'm doing. We'll see what the season brings. I've had an incredible time at Liverpool so far. If that extends, so be it. If not, then I'll go somewhere else."