Virgil van Dijk has put pen to paper on a new two-year deal at Liverpool, following in the footsteps of teammate Mohamed Salah.The Reds’ captain, whose previous contract was due to run out at the end of the season, has ended speculation about his future by committing to stay at Anfield until 2027.Speaking after signing, the 33-year-old Dutchman 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.Recommended For YouLifestyle2025-04-16T18:10:40+00:005 online businesses that aren’t scams — and actually make moneyNot every online is ascam, some are actually very profitable.Filla2025-04-17T07:20:15+00:00UEW first‑year student allegedly commits suicide after his girlfriend cheats on himA young man, believed to be a student of the University of Education, Winneba has allegedly commited suicide.Sports2025-04-17T09:59:47+00:00Real Madrid star ‘fights’ Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka during painful defeat (Video)Bukayo Saka and Dani Carvajal clashed in a heated bust-up during Arsenal’s dramatic Champions League victory over Real Madrid. Watch as Real Madrid star grabs Gunners’ starboy’s neck…Van Dijk, who joined Liverpool from Southampton for £75 million in January 2018, had been linked with a move to French giants Paris Saint-Germain. However, he made it clear there was only ever one choice.READ ALSO: Man United boss Ruben Amorim eyeing move for Ghana star Antoine Semenyo – ReportIt was always Liverpool. “It was always in my head, it was always the plan and it was always Liverpool. There wasn’t any doubt in my head that this is the place to be for me and my family. I’m one of Liverpool. Someone called me the other day an adopted Scouser – I’m really proud to hear these things, it gives me a great feeling.”There wasn’t any doubt in my head that this is the place to be for me and my family.” 💬Watch Virgil van Dijk’s interview in full on LFCTV GO 💻— Liverpool FC (@LFC) April 17, 2025 Van Dijk’s time at Liverpool Since arriving at Anfield, Van Dijk has played a major part in Liverpool’s success, lifting the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Club World Cup, and two EFL Cups.MUST READ: Real Madrid star ‘fights’ Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka during painful defeat (Video)Colossus. pic.twitter.com/sWm4IotfYZ— Liverpool FC (@LFC) April 17, 2025 Now, under new boss and fellow Dutchman Arne Slot, Van Dijk remains central to Liverpool’s push for a historic 20th English league title.