Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold. All emblematic figures at Liverpool and all three of their contracts expire on June 30th (2025): three issues that the Reds will have to resolve within a few weeks, if the intention is to retain three players who have been the backbone of the team under Klopp and continue to be so with Slot.
According to what was reported by The AthleticLiverpool broke the deadlock and in the last few hours finally offered a contract to Virgil van Dijkdefensive pivot of the team. The Dutchman, as of today, could be released this summer when his current contract with the club expires. The central defender is not the only one in this situation, but at the moment it seems that the Reds have given priority to his case, also considering Salah’s last words regarding his future.
The Egyptian’s words: “Anfield? It’s very special. (The atmosphere, ed.) I don’t take it for granted. I’m enjoying every minute here, I feel like I’m at home. It’s always a special feeling to score at Anfield and win the matches. My future? Honestly, it’s in my head. This is the last match I’ll play for Liverpool against Manchester City, so I just wanted to enjoy it”, Salah shocked journalists. Commenting: “The atmosphere was incredible, so I will enjoy every second here. Let’s hope to win the championship and then we’ll see what happens.” A statement released to the microphones of Sky Sports UK following the 2-0 defeat against Manchester City to close the 13th matchday of the Premier League as leaders with the Reds.