
Imperious Virgil van Dijk reminds Liverpool what they'll be missing if he leaves Anfield at the end of his contract, writes IAN LADYMAN
Daily MailAs the match clock ticked over in to its 97th minute – deep into that dark realm where so many Premier League goals seem to be scored these days – Arsenal pushed forward one last time. The cross was decent but the header that propelled the ball far from danger was even better and once again it came from Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk. Virgil van Dijk was impressive for Liverpool in their 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Sunday afternoon Van Dijk led from the front and equalised for the Reds with a header when they were 1-0 down It is almost seven years now since van Dijk, 33, joined Liverpool from Southampton for £75m Here in north London, Van Dijk was everything he has always been. Take away Van Dijk, Salah and Alexander-Arnold, however, and it's a very different team, a very different season. Ibrahima Konate, van Dijk's partner, looks twice the player he ever has previously for the club Alongside Mohamed Salah and Alexander-Arnold, van Dijk's contract situation needs urgency Salah and Alexander-Arnold had been fleetingly impressive until that point while Van Dijk was consistently so.
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How ginger shots, Fantastic Mr Fox and science homework helped Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk get over Champions League heartbreak and prepare for another Wembley final
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Virgil van Dijk sounds new alarm on his Liverpool future as he announces he has 'no idea' where he will play next year and says anyone who claims a new deal is close is LYING
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Footage shows Virgil van Dijk speaking with PSG chiefs after Liverpool's Champions League exit - worrying Reds fans as defender heads into final three months of his deal
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Virgil van Dijk details plan for Liverpool to overcome ‘anxious feelings’ and land title
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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk questions referee Michael Oliver after Goodison Park brawl and slams Everton midfielder for 'very big provocation'
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Van Dijk downplays Liverpool’s quadruple hopes after reaching League Cup final
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Virgil van Dijk dismisses Liverpool contract extension rumour: I have no idea
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Virgil van Dijk is the greatest defender of the modern era... it's BAFFLING the Liverpool captain doesn't know where he will be this time next season, writes LEWIS STEELE
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Virgil van Dijk sends message to Liverpool team-mates after Champions League win over Lille - as Arne Slot's side chase unprecedented quadruple
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What crisis? Virgil van Dijk laughs off Liverpool wobble talk after Forest draw
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Premier League 2024-25: Van Dijk defends Alexander-Arnold after Liverpool star’s Man Utd flop
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Virgil van Dijk admits Liverpool were lucky to draw 2-2 with Man United and insists it 'could have been A LOT worse' after Harry Maguire's huge miss in added time
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Liverpool’s unseen strength can help navigate contract distraction in title charge
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Virgil van Dijk claims he has 'FOUR more years at the highest level' as Liverpool star drops major contract hint - just six days before he can negotiate a transfer with another club
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Virgil van Dijk reveals current situation on Liverpool contract negotiations
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Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk or Trent Alexander-Arnold? Jamie Carragher, Jamie Redknapp and Les Ferdinand choose which one Liverpool player they'd KEEP with trio all on expiring contracts
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Virgil van Dijk aims swipe at 'nervous' referee following Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Fulham... as Premier League leaders fume at Andy Robertson red card in Anfield thriller
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Rio Ferdinand claims keeping Virgil van Dijk, Mo Salah AND Trent Alexander-Arnold would be 'monumental' for Liverpool - as Steve McManaman names the one star he expects to go
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Liverpool manager Arne Slot gives hilarious response to question about Reds captain Virgil van Dijk's future
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Virgil van Dijk says he 'really enjoys' the 'responsibility' of being Liverpool captain and 'keeps himself to a higher standard'
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We are in December – Virgil van Dijk dismisses early title talk for Liverpool
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Virgil van Dijk highlights ‘big challenge’ of Liverpool’s early title lead
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Liverpool players prepared to go to war for each other: Van Dijk
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Premier League 2024-25: Liverpool players prepared to ‘go to war’ for each other, says Van Dijk
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Virgil van Dijk: Liverpool’s success down to players going to war for each other
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Liverpool handed a huge boost as star player returns home early from international duty ahead of a HUGE two weeks
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Virgil van Dijk feels Liverpool are better for last season’s title race drop-off
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Virgil van Dijk mocks Aston Villa star Pau Torres with HILARIOUS three-word jibe during Liverpool's win
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Captain Virgil van Dijk insists Liverpool will strive for further improvement
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Mohamed Salah’s cryptic comment renews doubt about his Liverpool future
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Virgil van Dijk hails William Saliba as Liverpool captain makes 'honest' admission amid comparison to Arsenal star
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Virgil van Dijk brushes off 'clueless' people who claimed Liverpool's clash with Arsenal was a 'title decider' - as Reds skipper insists there are many 'twists and turns' to come in race for the Premi
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Virgil Van Dijk finally speaks on his Liverpool future with his contract up at the end of the season as the Dutchman reveals when he will make a decision
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Angry Arsenal fans insist Virgil van Dijk 'should have been sent off' for violent conduct after Liverpool captain lashed out at Kai Havertz - just moments before scoring equaliser
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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk speaks out over Anfield contract talks
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Virgil van Dijk is the holding block of Liverpool's Jenga tower, writes DOMINIC KING. It's why the Reds can't risk losing him for free at the end of the season
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Virgil van Dijk believes ‘consistency is the key’ for Darwin Nunez
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Virgil van Dijk impressed with Liverpool display after bouncing back in Milan
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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk slams 'unacceptable' 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest as he admits losing at Anfield is something that 'definitely can't happen'
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Expiring contract XI: THREE bonafide Premier League greats, the most expensive defensive ever and an ex-Barcelona star on his way back from serious injury... stars set to be free agents next summer
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Virgil van Dijk delivers major update on his Liverpool future - with Reds captain into the final year of his contract at Anfield
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Liverpool fans laud Virgil van Dijk as video of Reds captain treating Man United rivals with 'contempt and disdain' goes viral after crushing Old Trafford win
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Virgil van Dijk’s four-word challenge to Lisandro Martinez in heated Manchester United-Liverpool moment
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Virgil van Dijk relishing being link between Arne Slot and Liverpool team-mates
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Virgil van Dijk insists he is 'very calm' over Liverpool future - but the Reds captain admits there is 'no change' with less than a year left on his deal
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Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool future is in doubt as Reds skipper reveals he has NOT been offered a new contract despite his current deal ending next summer
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Virgil van Dijk provides update on Liverpool contract negotiations
The Independent
Netherlands and Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk shows off his chiselled abs as he goes shirtless on luxury yacht trip with bikini-clad wife Rike Nooitgedagt in Ibiza
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Van Dijk to consider future for club and country after Dutch defeat
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