Exclusive: Saudi Arabia hatch big plot to upset Liverpool colossus ‘quick’; i can go this summer

It is possible that Virgil van Dijk could leave Liverpool in the summer window.

His current terms will expire in June 2025 and sources close to CaughtOffside say that negotiations for an extension have stalled.

Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League continues to identify the Dutchman as a key target. The Public Investment Fund will meet with the defender’s representatives to assess the possibility of transferring the money in the coming weeks.

Who is interested in Virgil van Dijk?

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr are among the most interested clubs. The Saudi outfit is looking to part with Aymeric Laporte and is considering, if the former Manchester City man leaves, Van Dijk and Marquinhos.

The Brazilian had agreed personal terms last summer but a bid to sign him was rejected by PSG.

An official bid for the ‘quick’ (as described by Antoine Semenyo) Liverpool star is yet to emerge, but the entire league is keen to weigh in on his interest in a move to the Middle East.

Liverpool wait until after the Euros

Ultimately, Liverpool, like many other top European outfits, are waiting beyond June and international competitions to decide the future of various key stars. Van Dijk is currently focused on his national team duties for the 2024 European Championship.

Negotiations with his representatives will continue in the next few weeks. Sources close to the situation confirm that Saudi Arabia is determined to persuade the former Southampton man to join at any cost.