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Liverpool put €115m plan in motion as Real Madrid target Van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk will be a free agent at the end of the season if he does not sign a new Liverpool contract, and Real Madrid are ready to make a move for the Dutchman. But the Reds have a…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 6:02 AM
Liverpool put €115m plan in motion as Real Madrid target Van Dijk
Key Things to Know
  • Real Madrid are targeting Virgil van Dijk on a free transfer as Liverpool prepare a €115m succession plan.
  • Liverpool hold an active €60 million buy-back clause to re-sign defender Jarell Quansah from Bayer Leverkusen.
  • Ronald Araujo is currently on a one-year loan at Anfield from Barcelona as a replacement option.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Real Madrid are reportedly targeting Virgil van Dijk on a potential free transfer next summer as his Liverpool contract winds down. With the veteran defender nearing the end of his deal, Liverpool have reportedly established a €115 million strategy to overhaul their defense and replace their captain.

The succession plan includes a €60 million buy-back clause for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah alongside current loan signing Ronald Araujo from Barcelona. Robin Bairner notes that Liverpool could potentially sign both defenders permanently to ensure a smooth defensive transition under manager Arne Slot.

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