Van Dijk nears new Liverpool contract after Salah's extension

Virgil van Dijk expressed his love for Liverpool amid speculation regarding his contract extension, which is expected to be finalized soon, following Mohamed Salah's new two-year deal. After scoring a crucial late goal against West Ham, van Dijk emphasized his commitment to the club, stating, 'Everyone knows how much I love this club,' while Salah voiced his desire to play alongside van Dijk next season. Liverpool manager Arne Slot focused on the team's title aspirations rather than contract issues, as they are on the verge of clinching their 20th league title. Reports suggest that van Dijk's agreement is close to being finalized, though no official announcement has been made yet. The Liverpool fanbase is eagerly awaiting confirmation to end months of uncertainty regarding key players' futures. With Salah secured, van Dijk's extension would mark a significant win for the club's stability moving forward.