Liverpool is looking for central defenders this summer and three players in particular are among his research, according to Christian Falk, Bild journalist. Dortmund star Nico Schlotterbeck is presented as one of the defenders who could succeed Van Dijk, alongside Marc Guehi, Crystal Palace. The Greek international Konstantinos Koulierakis, currently in Wolfsburg, is the third “cheaper” option envisaged, evaluated by Bild at 15 million euros.
Although Liverpool seeks to recruit a defender this summer, the extent of his investment could depend on the possibility of concluding a new contract with Van Dijk. The future of Ibrahima Konaté, who begins the last year of his contract and is coveted by Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid, could also play an important role.
Van Dijk courted by PSG
Van Dijk confided in his future this week, admitting that she is not sure of staying in Liverpool. This statement follows his declarations after the elimination of Liverpool in the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain, where he had revealed that he had ” No idea “ of his projects for the rest of the season.
“” If there is news, you will know them. I don't even know it myself. Everyone knows that there are backstage discussions, but that's it. For now, I don't even know what's going on next year. If someone claims to know, he lies in the face ”, said Van Dijk. “” I have no idea “, He added. “” I still have no idea at the moment. Sincerely. »»
Liverpool will be determined not to let the future of his captain take over during a weekend when he will face Newcastle in Wembley in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday, for Arne Slot's first chance to win a title as a club coach. The Reds will then seek to conclude their quest for the Premier League title before solving the contractual problems of their star players, Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold also expired this summer.
