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Liverpool are reportedly set to offer Virgil van Dijk a stunning £50million contract, in order to keep him at Anfield for the rest of his career.
The Lowdown: Unrivalled influence at Liverpool
Van Dijk joined the Reds back in January 2018 and he made a huge impact immediately, outlining his status as the world's best centre-back.
The Dutchman has arguably been the most important signing of the Jurgen Klopp era, with his vast influence making those around him better, helping Liverpool win both the Champions League and Premier League.
Van Dijk's absence with a cruciate ligament injury this season has played a huge part in his team's struggles, but he is hopefully nearing a return ahead of the 2021/22 campaign.
The Latest: Van Dijk to be offered huge deal, claims FI source
According to Football Insider, Liverpool sources expect the club will open talks with the 29-year-old over a mammoth deal worth £50million over a long period, earning him more than £200,000 per week.
The centre-back, who Jordan Henderson has described as 'unbelievable' in the past, will sit down and enter discussions at the end of the season, hopefully committing his long-term future to the Reds.
A Liverpool source told FI that the Reds want to keep the Netherlands captain at Anfield 'for the rest of his career'.
The Verdict: Sign him up!
Retaining Van Dijk's services is the definition of a no-brainer for Liverpool, with the 6 foot 4 colossus already one of the best defenders in the club's history, making 130 appearances and winning UEFA's Best Player in Europe award in 2019.
Granted, there is a risk that he isn't quite the same player after such a serious injury, especially given his age, but it's fair to say he will still be top class even if he is half as good.
This season has shown that Van Dijk is the first name on Klopp's team-sheet and his return will help the Reds forget all about their current woes, ensuring they are battling towards the top of the Premier League again next year.
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