Virgil van Dijk’s staggering Liverpool salary revealed as defender handed astronomical contract

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Virgil van Dijk’s Liverpool earnings have been uncovered following the defender’s signing of a massive new deal.

Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk’s wages have come to light after he signed a fresh contract.

Following extended discussions, it was announced on Thursday morning that Van Dijk had officially pledged his future to Liverpool.

An announcement from the club stated: *”Virgil van Dijk has today signed a new contract with Liverpool FC to extend his time with the club beyond the 2024-25 season. The captain put pen to paper on the deal to ensure his association with the Reds will continue into the forthcoming campaigns, almost seven-and-a-half years after he initially arrived at Anfield.”*

Since his transfer from Southampton in January 2018, which at the time was a record-breaking move for a defender, Van Dijk has become a cornerstone in Liverpool’s modern era.

During his spell with the Reds, the 33-year-old has racked up 314 appearances, collecting eight pieces of silverware, including both the Champions League and Premier League titles.

In reaction to his contract renewal, the Liverpool defender expressed: *”I’m very happy, very proud. There are so many emotions obviously that go through my head right now speaking about it. 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.”*

According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Van Dijk is now earning £400,000 per week under his new two-year agreement.

Ornstein shared via social media: *”Virgil van Dijk signs new 2yr contract with Liverpool. No break/release clauses or pay cut so 33yo continues to earn salary believed to be ~£400kpw; thought to be Europe’s best-paid defender. Approaches from elsewhere but only wanted LFC.”*

A Premier League competitor aimed to acquire Van Dijk

Before he finalized terms to extend his time at Anfield, reports indicated a top-flight rival was eyeing the Dutch defender.

According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea was among the sides hoping to secure Van Dijk on a free deal.

However, the London club reportedly got the impression that his intention was always to stay with Liverpool.

Besides Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain were also reported to be interested, and Van Dijk was spotted talking with PSG representatives following their Champions League encounter.

In addition to contributing greatly to the team’s achievements, Van Dijk has picked up numerous individual accolades while wearing Liverpool colours.

After his standout 2018/19 campaign, he was awarded both the UEFA Best Player and the PFA Player of the Year titles.

He also came second in the Ballon d’Or voting in 2019, narrowly missing out to Lionel Messi by just seven points.

With Van Dijk’s contract situation settled alongside Mohamed Salah’s, attention now shifts to Trent Alexander-Arnold, who could depart the club in the upcoming summer window if a new agreement isn’t reached.

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