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Liverpool choose two top targets to replace Virgil van Dijk as Reds now ‘accelerate’ signings

Liverpool have two leading targets to replace Virgil van Dijk... 🤔…

By Lewis Oldham · Football 365

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 10:39 AM

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Liverpool have reportedly chosen Nico Schlotterbeck and Murillo as their main targets to replace Virgil van Dijk.
The club is planning for long-term permanent transfers as 35-year-old Van Dijk enters the final year of his contract.
Liverpool have not yet submitted a formal offer for either Schlotterbeck or Murillo, according to the report.

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Liverpool have reportedly identified Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck and Nottingham Forest's Murillo as their top targets to replace Virgil van Dijk. According to a report from journalist Mark Brus, the club is accelerating plans to rebuild its defense as the 35-year-old Dutch captain enters the final year of his contract at Anfield.

While Liverpool are actively monitoring both players through scouting and performance analysis, the club has not yet submitted formal offers for permanent transfers. Alessandro Bastoni and Jules Kounde are also reportedly admired as potential defensive options, while Van Dijk prepares to start for Liverpool against Arsenal.

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