Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk followed the path of his Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah after extending his contract till 2027.
The 33-year-old extended his contract for another two years after Salah did the same thing earlier this month. Premier League clubs would be hoping that the great Liverpool wall from the Netherlands will leave the club at the end of this season.
However, as he decides to stay, Everton manager David Moyes expressed his feelings on the new contract of Virgil Van Dijk.
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According to David Moyes
In a recent press conference, Everton Manager David Moyes talked about the contract renewal of Virgil Van Dijk, followed by a question from journalists. He was joking while answering the question and said,
“Looks a bad signing, if you ask me. Can’t see how that player’s going to work at all.
Can’t see how that’s going to work at all, to be honest.”
However, in the next lines, the former Manchester United and West Ham United manager said about the excellent career of Van Dijk. He added,
“He’s been a terrific player for Celtic and he’s certainly been a terrific player for Liverpool.”
Virgil Van Dijk met Everton 14 times in his Liverpool career. The Dutch international won 7 times, drew 6, and lost only one. He will be ready to extend this tally in the next two seasons as a Liverpool player.
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What did Virgil Van Dijk say
Virgil Van Dijk is very happy about his new contract with the Reds and optimistic about his vision with the club. After signing for Liverpool, the Dutch international said,
“It’s a proud feeling, it’s a feeling of joy. It’s just incredible. The journey I’ve had so far in my career, to be able to extend it with another two years at this club is amazing. And I’m so happy.”
Last weekend, the Liverpool captain scored in the 89th minute against West Ham United in the Premier League to secure crucial three points for the Reds. Now he will be looking to continue that form.
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