Liverpool were forced to explore alternatives for Virgil van Dijk back in 2017 after Southampton complained about the manner of the Reds' approach for the Dutchman

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has ended any uncertainty about his future by signing a new two-year contract that commits him to Anfield until the summer of 2027. The 33-year-old Netherlands international’s previous terms were scheduled to expire once this season concludes and for many months it was unclear if an agreement would be found.

Liverpool fans will be delighted with an early summer transfer update as club captain Virgil van Dijk has finally committed to a contract extension. The Dutch international was out of contract at Anfield in June amid ongoing speculation over his next move.