Liverpool: Van Dijk vows to ‘go somewhere else’ as contract decision made

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has stated he will play elsewhere if the club decides against extending his contract when it expires at the end of the season. Speaking via quotes reported by Fabrizio Romano, the 35-year-old defender stated he does not plan to retire and remains relaxed about his future, confirming he wants to continue playing even if his time at Anfield concludes.

Despite the possibility of an exit, Liverpool's hierarchy is reportedly planning to offer the Dutch centre-back a contract extension of at least 12 months. According to insider Graeme Bailey via TEAMtalk, manager Andoni Iraola values Van Dijk's leadership on the pitch and his role in mentoring younger defenders such as Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni.