The 33-year-old Van Dijk has proven to be as important a figure for Liverpool as Salah since joining from Southampton at the start of 2018 for $100 million, a world-record fee for a defender.

Liverpool's captain Virgil van Dijk has renewed his contract, reinforcing his commitment to Anfield. The Dutchman, pivotal in securing seven major titles since joining in 2018, aims to further solidify his legacy as team captain.

Virgil van Dijk has signed a new two-year contract with Liverpool, ending what little uncertainty remained about the club captain's long-term future at Anfield. The 33-year-old has, for much of this season,