Virgil Van Dijk ‘finished at Liverpool’ with Chelsea star ready replacement
Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk is heading for an exit in the summer with his contract running down at Anfield.
Van Dijk has been one of the Premier League’s finest defenders for more than half a decade, with his presence helping the Reds to consistent silverware.
The 33-year-old will see his contract expire at the end of the season as he, Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold all potentially leave Merseyside.
With van Dijk’s contract expiring, the Reds appear to be looking for his possible replacement at Anfield.
Liverpool in contact with potential van Dijk successor
The Merseysiders seemed to have made up their mind regarding the Dutchman.
Although the 33-year-old has been quintessential to the Liverpool backline, they may have decided to close this chapter and sign a new, young centre-back who can feature for years.
According to TBR Football, Chelsea defender Levi Colwill is on Liverpool’s radar, and they have checked in with his camp regarding his future ahead of the summer transfer window.
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Colwill has been a vital part of Enzo Maresca’s squad, starting 27 Premier League games, with his deal valid till 2027, but that hasn’t stopped Liverpool from enquiring.
With Liverpool in contact with Colwill’s camp and looking to sign a new centre-back, it is very possible that Van Dijk will be leaving the club in the summer.
Changing of the guard at Liverpool
With Van Dijk possibly leaving along with Salah, Liverpool will see two of their most important players exit.
These two, alongside Alisson, have been responsible for helping the Reds win several trophies in the last few seasons, including the Champions League.
It is also an indication that the Merseysiders are looking to bring in fresh faces in the squad that can become leaders and continue to drive Liverpool forward on all fronts.
With Giorgi Mamardashvili also arriving from Valencia next season, Alisson will face competition for his starting spot, further indicating that the Reds are ready to look beyond their superstars who are on the wrong side of thirty.