There are reports circulating Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk over his contract. The defender’s contract is about to end in 2 months and there’s no deal signed yet with the club. Despite Van Dijk announced yesterday that there has been progress on the contract talks, the deal is still seem to be far away. Among these reports, there are rumours circulating that Liverpool have identified a new man in the defence if Van Dijk leaves.
The defender is none other than Barcelona’s centre-back, Ronald Araújo. Araújo has been fantastic for Barca since joining. Though injury concerns may be a question mark for Arne Slot? But there could be a progress on this if Van Dijk don’t sign a new contract.
Uncertainty looms over the future of Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, with just two months remaining on his current contract. Despite the Dutch defender revealing on Sunday that progress has been made in contract negotiations, reports suggest the two parties are still far from reaching an agreement.
The situation has sparked speculation about Liverpool’s plans in the event Van Dijk decides to move on. The Uruguayan international has been a rock at the back for Barça since arriving at Camp Nou, impressing with his pace, strength, and leadership.
However, Araújo’s injury record could raise concerns for new Liverpool boss Arne Slot, who may be wary of bringing in a player with recurring fitness issues. That said, if Van Dijk doesn’t commit to a new deal soon, Liverpool could be forced to accelerate their pursuit of the 25-year-old defender.
