Liverpool Boss Talks Mystical Van Dijk Contract…
Liverpool’s frontman Arne Slot is crossing his fingers, toes, and anything else flexible enough in hopes that Virgil van Dijk sticks around longer than a free buffet on New Year’s Eve. With Van Dijk’s contract nearing its expiration date, the captain seemed just as clueless as a lost tourist when grilled about future plans post-PSG match.
Slot, channeling his inner fortune teller, emphasized in a press conference how much he desires Van Dijk at Liverpool next season. Yet, he swiftly dodged any magical contract talks. “Contracts? Me? No thanks, I only predict future goals, not negotiations. That’s for the wizards in the back office,” Slot chuckled, nudging the responsibility over to sporting director Richard Hughes, who’s probably clutching a magic wand as we speak.
In classic Van Dijk fashion, the captain shrugged off rumors with an “I know nothing, Jon Snow” vibe, promising fans that if there’s an update, they’ll hear it above Anfield’s roars. Liverpool’s quest for the Carabao Cup, followed by nine more Premier League matches, means plenty to focus on—like celebrating their 15-point lead over Arsenal while keeping an eye on Chelsea. In simpler terms, Liverpool is leading but playing it cool. The ball, as they say, is very much in Van Dijk’s court—or rather, his pen!
