Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk has told senior club officials that he wants to sign a new deal to further solidify his commitment to the newly crowned European champions. This is according to the publication from the stables of popular media channel ESPN which revealed that the Dutch international centre back has four years left on the five-and-a-half year contract that he signed upon joining the Reds in January 2018. Virgil Van Dijk, 27, has been in superb form since joining Liverpool at the start of last year and he has been linked with the Spanish La Liga duo of Real Madrid and Barcelona. He’s the most expensive defender on the world football stage after Liverpool paid £75m to secure his signing from fellow Premier League club Southampton. … [Read more...]
Klopp Demands New Contract For 28-Year-Old Defender Amidst Transfer Rumours
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has urged the club to give defender Joel Matip a new deal after his impressive end to the just concluded season. Klopp was impressed with the performances of Joel Matip in a Liverpool shirt as the Reds chased down major honours in both the Champions League and the Premier League. According to the London Evening Standard via Goal, Klopp wants a new contract reward for Joel Matip. The 28-year-old forged a potent centre back partnership with Virgil Van Dijk at the heart of Liverpool's defence. The Cameroonian international scored one goal in 22 games in the Premier League as the Reds came close to ending their 29-year league drought. Since the 1989/90 season, Liverpool have not won a league title Sarri Targets Chelsea … [Read more...]
Can Liverpool recruit more world stars with Sunderland raid
One interesting thing about Merseyside outfit Liverpool is their ability to look inward- the domestic league in their bid to secure new players. Most of the players that have helped manager Jurgen Klopp transform Liverpool and restore their status as a big side have come from smaller clubs in England. Sadio Mane, Virgil Van Dijk, Joe Gomez, Jordan Henderson, James Milner and a number of them were all recruited from English clubs and they can all be linked to the club' success one way or the other. Latest reports have claimed that the Reds have gone again to raid Sunderland for two of their unnamed youngsters who are to spring out in coming years. Arsenal and Leicester City to clash over Valencia winger Liverpool Beat Premier League Rivals Spurs To … [Read more...]
Revealed: Liverpool Target To Decide Future Next Month
Ajax Amsterdam defender Matthijs De Ligt will make a decision on his future next month according to the publication from the stables of popular media channel ESPN. Dutch international centre back De Ligt has been the subject of transfer speculation this summer. In a chat with the ESPN, De Ligt revealed that his future would be decided after the UEFA Nations League billed for the start of next month. Several clubs are jostling for his signature including Champions League finalists Liverpool though Spanish champions Barcelona are said to be in pole position to sign the hugely talented player. The battle for Adrien Rabiot is now between these two clubs Perfect Signing: Injury-hit Liverpool Star Deal For Man City Arsenal told why they should sign this … [Read more...]
Deal On: Real Madrid In £79m Bid For Chelsea Target
Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid have made a big bid for Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly according to widespread reports emanating from the Italian media. Real Madrid are likely to sign a new defender during this summer’s transfer window after it was revealed that club captain Sergio Ramos is ruminating over the idea of ending his 14-year stay with the Los Merengues. Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly is being targeted by Real Madrid as a potential replacement for Sergio Ramos if the Spaniard leaves the club this summer. Sergio Ramos has already been linked with Premier League clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United as well as French champions Paris Saint Germain (PSG). Kalidou Koulibaly has shown over the years that he has the qualities needed to … [Read more...]
Deserved: Liverpool Quartet Named On Team Of The Season List
Four Liverpool players have made the Premier League of the Season for the just concluded campaign. The Liverpool quartet were named on the list of players compiled by popular media outlet Goal. Trent Alexander-Arnold, Sadio Mane, Virgil Van Dijk and Andy Robertson made the shortlist. England international right-back Alexander-Arnold was in superb form for Liverpool this season after providing 12 assists. The young Reds defender set a new Premier League record for the most assists provided by a defender in the history of the competition. Sadio Mane also had a sensational season which ended with a Golden Boot Award after he scored 22 goals for the Reds. No Respect: Chelsea Skipper Hits Out At Sarri He shared the Golden Boot Award with Liverpool … [Read more...]
Dutch Warning: Every Team Should Fear Liverpool After Barcelona Heroics
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk has warned teams to fear the Reds after their Champions League heroics against almighty Barcelona in the semifinals. Van Dijk and Liverpool came from three goals down to beat Spanish champions Barcelona 4-3 on aggregate over the two-legged tie. In his reaction to the second leg at Anfield which ended 4-0 in favour of his team, Van Dijk sounded a note of warning to opposing teams as he said that Liverpool are on the way up and that the Reds continue to improve with every season. According to him, the fear factor is gradually coming back for Liverpool and that title rivals Manchester City already have the fear factor as a result of what they did in the Premier League last season. Coutinho Was Right To Swap Liverpool For … [Read more...]
No Worries: Van Dijk Is Unbothered By Champions League Final Opponents
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk (VVD) is not worried over the identity of their opponents in the Champions League final after the Reds booked their place in the 2019 edition. Van Dijk spoke to reporters after him and Liverpool came back from three goals down in the tie to beat Spanish giants Barcelona 4-3 on aggregate. According to him, all that matters is that Liverpool are through to a second successive Champions League final. Liverpool will face winner of the Champions League semifinal tie between Dutch Eredivisie giants Ajax Amsterdam and Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur. Deal Confirmed!!! Matthijs de Ligt sends transfer reply to Man United Ajax are leading 1-0 from the first leg at the new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ahead of their second … [Read more...]
Deal on!!! Emery gives major hint of summer dealing
North London outfit Arsenal manager Unai Emery has given a hint on the kind of signings to expect in the coming summer transfer window. The former PSG boss has already given the hint that he would be moving in for more additions at the end of the season as he hopes to compete in the coming campaign after a very inconsistent season. However, it is suggested that the defense will be a major priority for the Spanish boss ahead of the coming season, having been assessed to have performed poorly in the department. Its official, Solskjaer confirms big departure Unai Emery has, therefore, come out to claim that he would be signing “World Class” central defenders as he storms the summer market at the end of the season. It is claimed that the Gunners boss … [Read more...]
Liverpool Quartet Make BBC Team Of The Week
Four Liverpool players have been named in the BBC Team of the Week for the latest set of matches in the Premier League after their respective roles in the 2-0 win over Chelsea. Liverpool recorded another win with a straightforward victory over the Blues as the Merseysiders chase down the Premier League title. The Reds are in a battle with English champions Manchester City for the right to win the title. Liverpool players Alisson Becker, Virgil Van Dijk, Jordan Henderson and Mohamed Salah all made the BBC Team of the Week list compiled by former Stoke City and Tottenham Hotspur striker Garth Crooks who’s now a pundit with the BBC. Sarri Wants Permanent Transfer For Midfielder The Reds goalkeeper Becker made a very good save from Chelsea talisman Eden … [Read more...]
Liverpool Defender Sets Sights On Two Trophies
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk believes that the Reds can go all the way in two competitions namely the Premier League and the Champions League. Van Dijk talked up the possibility of winning two trophies in his post-match reaction after his team saw off FC Porto in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal tie. Liverpool had earlier moved a step a close to a semifinal berth with a 2-0 win over the Portuguese champions courtesy first-half goals from Naby Keita and Roberto Firmino. After the game, Dutch international Van Dijk told reporters that target is to win both the Premier League and Champions League titles. Solskjaer reveals how United will approach summer market The former Groningen and Southampton player also stated that the … [Read more...]
Sterling Deserves Player Of The Year Award – Liverpool Defender
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk has revealed that Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling is worthy of being named the PFA Player of the Year Award recipient for this season. Dutch international centre back Van Dijk told popular media platform FourFourTwo that he voted for Raheem Sterling before adding that the England international has improved as a player. The former Southampton and Groningen player went on to say that he would have voted for Bernardo Silva or any other Manchester City player. Virgil Van Dijk and Raheem Sterling are the top two favourites for the Player of the Year Award. Chelsea Star Plays Down Real Madrid Transfer Rumours Van Dijk and Sterling have been impressive for Liverpool and Manchester City respectively as both teams go … [Read more...]
Liverpool Defender Praised After Tottenham Display
Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has shown high praise on Reds teammate Virgil Van Dijk after his impressive performance in the big win over Tottenham Hotspur. The Reds beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 in front of their home fans to secure Premier League summit at the expense of title rivals Manchester City. Dutch defender Virgil Van Dijk was one of the best players on the pitch and he has rightfully received high praise from his fellow defender. Trent Alexander-Arnold talked about the quality that Van Dijk possesses in an interview with the official website of Liverpool. The one-on-one situation with Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Moussa Sissoko particularly stood out in the game. Real Madrid now ready to sell this defender? Van Dijk was able to … [Read more...]
Liverpool Defender Allays Ankle Injury Fears
Liverpool fans were left in a state of worry after star defender Virgil Van Dijk sustained an ankle injury during the win over Tottenham Hotspur, but they can heave a sigh of relief after the Dutch international centre back revealed that the problem is not serious. Van Dijk told Sky Sports after the game that he expects to be fit for the next league game. The former Celtic and Groningen defender sustained the injury while he was trying to stop French midfielder Moussa Sissoko from scoring in the second half of the Reds’ Premier League clash at home to Champions League chasers Tottenham Hotspur. Tottenham Wary Of Liverpool Threat For £20m-rated Midfielder Virgil Van Dijk was hugely influential again for Liverpool who secured a last-minute win against … [Read more...]
Liverpool Defender Recounts Near-death Experience At Groningen
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk has narrated the near-death experience he had during his spell with Dutch club Groningen. In an interview with the Daily Mirror, the Dutch international centre back revealed that he had to undergo surgery on a burst appendix. Liverpool paid £75m to secure his transfer from fellow Premier League club Southampton and the Dutch defender has proved to be a bargain buy even at that amount. As a result of that transfer, Van Dijk became the most expensive defender in the history of world football. Liverpool Skipper Vows To Win Silverware For Club And Country Liverpool were much improved after his transfer at the start of last year and he was a major component of the Reds squad that got to the Champions League finals last … [Read more...]
Why Van Dijk Must Win Trophies To Be Great
Former Chelsea defender Mario Melchiot has told Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk that he has to win trophies before the Dutch centre back can be referred to as one of the legends of the game. Dutch international right-back Melchiot spoke about Virgil Van Dijk and the need for him to win trophies in a chat with the Daily Express. Virgil Van Dijk has been turning heads since his move from Southampton to Liverpool at the start of last year with many comparing him to retired defensive stalwarts like Paolo Maldini, Alessandro Nesta and many more. How Ozil lost his drive and hunger at Arsenal The Dutch international star is the most expensive defender in the history of world football after the Reds paid £75m to secure his transfer from the Saints. Since … [Read more...]
Liverpool Duo Maintain Form In Thumping Belarus Win
The Liverpool duo of Virgil Van Dijk and Georginio Wijnaldum maintained their good form after both players hit the back of the net in the Netherlands’ big win over Belarus. The Netherlands thrashed Belarus 4-0 at home with the aforementioned players getting on the scoresheet. The two Liverpool players had been a major contributor to the Reds’ ascent to the top of the Premier League table and they were able to transfer that form to national team duty. Memphis Depay gave the Netherlands a perfect start in their opening game in the European Championship 2020 (Euro 2020) qualifiers. How Piers Morgan reacted to Arsenal’s 1-0 defeat The former Manchester United player scored inside the first minute before he turned provider for Wijnaldum to double the … [Read more...]
No Liverpool Player For Man City XI – Premier League Winner
Former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott has made a controversial statement after the ex-England international star revealed that no Liverpool player will make the first XI at Manchester City. Lescott talked about Liverpool and Manchester City while he was doing his punditry work on popular British radio TalkSport. According to him, he won’t include any Reds player in the present first team at Manchester City. Joleon Lescott also praised the impact of Aymeric Laporte and Virgil Van Dijk at Manchester City and Liverpool respectively. Manchester City and Liverpool broke their respective transfer records to sign the two centre backs. Everton Midfielder Hails Fantastic Display vs Chelsea Liverpool defender Van Dijk became the most expensive … [Read more...]
Klopp Must Solve Salah Goal Drought
Liverpool legend John Aldridge has urged Reds manager Jurgen Klopp to find a solution to the current goal drought being experienced by star player Mohamed Salah. In his column for the Irish Independent, the former Liverpool player told Klopp to find a way to get Salah firing again for the club’s sake. Mohamed Salah has not scored for Liverpool in his last seven games for the Merseysiders. The Egyptian international star has scored three goals in his last eleven games for Liverpool. Despite his poor form in front of goal, Liverpool have managed four wins in their last five games. How Ramsey can benefit from Juventus Senegalese international Sadio Mane has taken over the mantle of goalscoring from Mohamed Salah in recent games. Mane has scored 11 … [Read more...]
Salah Backed To Return To Scoring Form
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will soon rediscover his killer instincts in front of goals according to teammate Virgil Van Dijk. Dutch international Van Dijk told reporters in his latest interview via Goal that Mohamed Salah will return to his best and that other teams would be delighted to have a quality player like the Egyptian international in their ranks. Salah failed to hit the target for the fifth league game in a row during the weekend’s win over Fulham. He has scored just three goals in his 11 games for Liverpool in all competitions. Despite the lack of ruthlessness from Salah, Liverpool were able to secure a crucial 2-1 win over the Cottagers. Fabio Paratici Shuts Down Mohammed Salah Transfer Rumours Liverpool took a first half lead … [Read more...]
Average Performance, Spectacular Result – Klopp On Fulham Win
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was delighted with the 2-1 win over Fulham in what was the Reds’ 31st league game of the season. The win over their hosts was enough to take Liverpool above title rivals Manchester City in the race for the Premier League title. In his post-match thoughts after the slim victory over the Cottagers, Klopp told reporters that the performance of his players was average but the result was spectacular in the context of the title race. Liverpool came into the weekend knowing that they have to make up a one-point deficit to defending champions Manchester City in the race for the Premier League title. What unhappy Solskjaer said about this player is unbelievable The Fulham game was on the back of their thrilling 3-1 aggregate win … [Read more...]
No Big Spending For Liverpool This Summer
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed that the club won’t spend big on transfers this summer. In his latest interview, Klopp told reporters that Liverpool do not have to spend a lot of money on players. According to him, the Reds’ focus is to bring players together and develop them. Liverpool splashed the sum of £140m on the duo of Alisson Becker and Virgil Van Dijk last year. Dutch international centre back Van Dijk became the most expensive defender in world football after Liverpool paid Southampton a whopping sum of £75m to secure his transfer in January 2018. Premier League Better For Gareth Bale – Van Der Vaart The Reds then signed Alisson Becker from Italian Serie A giants AS Roma for around £65m in July 2018. Alisson was the … [Read more...]
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