Virgil van Dijk has dismissed any speculation about his future at Liverpool, insisting there is “no debate” over his commitment to the club alongside Mohamed Salah. Both players recently signed contract extensions keeping them at Anfield until 2027, reaffirming their roles as key figures in Liverpool’s squad. Van Dijk expressed his satisfaction with the new deals, emphasizing that Liverpool has always been his club and that he feels proud to continue representing the Reds.
Reflecting on Salah’s outstanding season—where the Egyptian forward scored 34 goals and provided 23 assists across all competitions—Van Dijk praised his teammate’s incredible performances and dismissed any claims questioning Salah’s value as “ridiculous.” He shared his joy at Salah’s success, highlighting the strong bond between them and the team’s optimism for the future.
Van Dijk also addressed the recent departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who will leave Liverpool on a free transfer this summer, expected to join Real Madrid. While acknowledging the disappointment felt by the squad and fans, Van Dijk praised Alexander-Arnold’s contributions and the respectful farewell he received from the club and supporters during his final match. He said, “We all wanted Trent to stay. He’s outstanding… We’re all gutted he’s leaving, but he made that decision with his family, and we have to deal with it. On Sunday, everyone understood that it was a celebration of everything he’s done here, and I’m glad he got the farewell he deserved.”
Regarding Salah’s chances of winning the Ballon d’Or, Van Dijk remarked that such awards are beyond their control but acknowledged that if Salah were to win, it would be well deserved.
In summary, Van Dijk’s new contract and his positive outlook alongside Salah underscore Liverpool’s ambition to build on their recent successes, even as they prepare for the transition marked by Alexander-Arnold’s exit.