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    Virgil van Dijk ‘considering joining Al-Hilal in mega-money transfer’ with Liverpool captain’s future up in the air

    VIRGIL VAN DIJK is mulling over a mega-money approach from Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, reports claim.The centre-back is out of contract in the summer and fans could well be witnessing the end of his Anfield career.Virgil Van Dijk might consider a big-money move to Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyThe Reds skipper has entered the final three months of his current dealCredit: RexVan Dijk added to the misery of Liverpool’s Champions League exit by insisting he has “no idea” whether he will be at the club next season.The Reds skipper has entered the final three months of his current deal, along with Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold.Arne Slot’s runaway Premier League leaders were knocked out of Europe in the last-16 in a 4-1 penalty shoot-out defeat by Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night at Anfield.And when asked if he will be back for another crack at winning a second European Cup with Liverpool next season, Van Dijk said: “I have no idea. I still have no idea at the moment. Genuinely.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“It is not on hold. Nothing is on hold. Listen, there are 10 games to go [in the season] and that is my full focus. If there is news, you guys will know it. But I don’t even know myself.”But the Netherlands international has received a £17m-a-year offer to join Al-Hilal, according to L’Equipe.The 33-year-old is clearly still undecided and is focusing on the business end of the season, including Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Newcastle at Wembley.Van Dijk sent Liverpool fans into a panic after footage emerged of him chatting with two PSG chiefs after Liverpool’s shootout defeat.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsA viral clip showed Van Dijk having a cordial conversation with PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi and sporting director Luis Campos in the corridor.However, RMC Sport reports that tempting the defender to the Parc des Princes was not a topic of conversation. Moment Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold are pulled apart after apparent spat during Liverpool training Liverpool fans were left concerned after seeing Virgil van Dijk speaking to Paris Saint-Germain chiefsApparently, Van Dijk apologised to the pair after he was involved in a clash with Campos during Liverpool’s first leg 1-0 win last week.Campos raged at the referee’s decision not to award Ibrahima Konate a red card after the Frenchman pushed Bradley Barcola in the first half.The incident was analysed during a lengthy VAR check, but the officials decided against any further action.PSG’s fury was heightened when Liverpool earned a smash-and-grab win in the late stages in the 87th minute after super-sub Harvey Elliott scored.Van Dijk appeared to take issue with Campos and could be heard saying: “It’s not Ligue 1 here, bro” in the tunnel in Paris.RMC Sport outlined that the centre back and PSG officials crossed paths rather than planned to meet in the tunnel at Anfield.Meanwhile, Salah has been heavily linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League in the summer.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Real Madrid were chasing the full-back Alexander-Arnold in January, with Liverpool rebuffing the Spanish champions’ £20m bid.SunSport revealed last week that Madrid are keen to get Trent through the door BEFORE the Club World Cup in June. More

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    Virgil van Dijk hints Liverpool career could be over in 10 GAMES with no breakthrough in talks over new contract

    VIRGIL VAN DIJK has added to the misery of Liverpool’s Champions League exit by insisting he has “no idea” whether he will be at the club next season.The Reds skipper is out of contract this summer, along with Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold, and the Dutchman claims that anybody who claims to know where he will be playing next term is “lying to your face”.Virgil van Dijk has ‘no idea’ whether he will be at Liverpool next seasonCredit: RexLiverpool boss Arne Slot could lose Van Dijk, Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: RexArne Slot’s runaway Premier League leaders were knocked out of the Champions League in the last-16 in a 4-1 penalty shoot-out defeat by Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night – having been outplayed by the French champions for the most of the tie.And when asked if he will be back for another crack at winning a second European Cup with Liverpool next season, Van Dijk said: “I have no idea. I still have no idea at the moment. Genuinely.“It is not on hold. Nothing is on hold. Listen, there are 10 games to go [in the season] and that is my full focus. If there is news, you guys will know it. But I don’t even know myself.“Everyone knows there are some conversations behind the scenes but that is about it. At the moment I don’t even know what will happen next year.Read More on Football“If anyone says they do know, they are lying to your face.”Van Dijk, Salah and Alexander-Arnold have all attracted significant interest from abroad, with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich both keen to sign the Dutch centre-half.But Van Dijk, 33, is adamant that he is focused on winning Sunday’s Carabao Cup Final against Newcastle, then securing a second Premier League title – with the Reds 15 points clear of Arsenal.He said: “There are 10 games left, not many, and there are two big prizes we can still get.Most read in Football“We are going to give it everything. We have to feel the disappointment of this [PSG] loss but now it is about recovery. Be ready for a good one.“If we bring this intensity to Wembley with our fans, then I am positive. I am always positive. But I am really looking forward to being back out there.‘The ref made a mistake’ – Virgil van Dijk furious at Bergvall’s winner moments after Spurs star should have seen red“We don’t need any added motivation. We have 10 games, the Carabao Cup Final on Sunday, if you need any added motivation you are in the wrong business.” More

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    ‘Loss not bad enough’ – Liverpool fans suffer more pain as tunnel video of Virgil Van Dijk emerges from after PSG defeat

    LIVERPOOL star Virgil van Dijk was spotted speaking to Paris Saint-Germain chiefs ahead of his contract’s expiration, leaving fans concerned.The Reds crashed out of the Champions League on Tuesday when they lost 4-1 on penalties after PSG tied the aggregate on 1-1 thanks to Ousmane Dembele’s goal.Liverpool fans were left concerned after seeing Virgil van Dijk speaking to Paris Saint-Germain chiefsVan Dijk’s Liverpool contract runs out in JuneCredit: GettyVitinha, Goncalo Ramos, Dembele and Desire Doue went on to score all of the visitors’ spot-kicks, while goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma caught Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones’ pens.After the heartbreaking loss in the Last 16, the Merseysiders’ captain Van Dijk, 33, was seen speaking to PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi and strategic advisor Luis Campos in the tunnel.A viral clip showed the trio having a cordial conversation a week after the centre-back clashed with Campos, who complained about a red card he thought Ibrahima Konate should have been shown in the first leg.However, Liverpool fans were left very worried as the Netherlands international’s contract runs out in June and there are still no developments regarding his status.Read More on FootballSome fans were left fearing Van Dijk was discussing a potential free transfer to PSG.One fan tweeted: “Like the loss wasn’t bad enough.”Another commented: “Great thanks for this what a lovely thing to see.”A third wrote: “Oh. That’s just beautiful, isn’t it.”Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsThis fan gushed: “Oh, wow.”And that one simply said: “Hmmmm.”Moment Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold are pulled apart after apparent spat during Liverpool training Nevertheless, there are currently no reports linking Van Dijk to a move to PSG.However, Liverpool are still facing the risk of losing the Dutchman as well as Trent Alexander-Arnold and superstar Mohamed Salah whose contract also run out in June. More

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    Fans fear Trent Alexander-Arnold has played last game for Liverpool after nasty injury in Champions League clash vs PSG

    LIVERPOOL fans are worried that Trent Alexander-Arnold has played his last game for the club. The Reds full-back, 26, limped off in the second half of Liverpool’s Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.Liverpool fans fear Trent Alexander-Arnold has played his last game for the clubCredit: GettyThe full-back was taken off in the second half of Liverpool’s clash with PSGCredit: APAlexander-Arnold was impressive before being forced out of the contest with just under 20 minutes remaining. Trailing 1-0, the England star attempted to slide tackle PSG midfielder Vitinha. The ball was nipped away by the Brazilian, leaving Alexander-Arnold sliding awkwardly on the Anfield turf.He appeared to tweak something in his left leg, with medical teams immediately dashing onto the field. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAlexander-Arnold was able to stand under his own steam but was swiftly replaced by Jarell Quansah. One fan groaned on X: “Is that the last time we see Trent Alexander Arnold play for @LFC? Please no.”Another said: “I won’t be surprised if Trent doesn’t play again this season, could even be his last Liverpool game.”While a third added: “Trent was quality second half. Looked upset coming off, hopefully not the last time he plays at Anfield.”Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsAnd a fourth commented: “That was such a weird injury for Trent, gutted for him.”Alexander-Arnold has been with his hometown club Liverpool since the age of six.Liverpool manager Arne Slot says his team were ‘lucky’ to beat PSG He made his debut in 2016 and has since become a firm fan favourite at the club.But his contract is up in the summer, with no concrete signs yet he will sign a new deal.Real Madrid were chasing the full-back in January, with Liverpool rebuffing the Spanish champions’ £20m bid. Alexander-Arnold would be free to sign with the LaLiga giants in the summer if he doesn’t pen a new contract on Merseyside.His teammates Mo Salah and Virgil Van Dijk are also yet to commit their future to Liverpool. SunSport revealed last week that Madrid are keen to get Trent through the door BEFORE the Club World Cup in June.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat would require an agreement with Liverpool over a transfer fee for releasing TAA from his contract early.Ancelotti’s side face Saudi’s Al-Hilal in their first group game in Miami on June 18. More

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    Why Liverpool could still get a transfer fee for Trent Alexander-Arnold this summer despite star becoming free agent

    REAL MADRID are ready to pay Liverpool a fee to get Trent Alexander-Arnold BEFORE the Club World Cup in June.The Spanish giants put their move on hold after Kop chiefs rejected a £20million January bid.Trent Alexander-Arnold’s current Liverpool contract expires in the summerBut Real Madrid are ready to pay a fee to get Alexander-Arnold for the Club World CupAlexander-Arnold could join a new club for nothing when his Anfield contract expires on June 30.But Real want the England right-back, 26, in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad in time for the start of the tournament in the USA on June 15.That would require an agreement with Liverpool over a transfer fee for releasing TAA from his contract early.Liverpool’s season could potentially run until May 31 if they reach the Champions League final in Munich. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe final round of Premier League games are set for May 25.But with a 13-point lead and just ten games left, Liverpool are on course to have the title wrapped up long before then.This summer’s transfer window is opening early on June 1 so new signings can be registered for the Club World Cup.And Fifa have created an ‘exceptional registration window’ before  the tournament’s last 16 — from June 27 to July 3 — allowing clubs to add two players to  their squads.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAncelotti’s side face Saudis Al-Hilal in their first group game in Miami on June 18.Anfield boss Arne Slot has not given up hope of persuading Alexander- Arnold to sign a new deal despite a lack of progress in negotiations that began 18 months ago.Liverpool manager Arne Slot says his team were ‘lucky’ to beat PSG More

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    Liverpool fans say ‘print this on a T-shirt’ as TNT Sports cameras pan to devastated David Beckham during win over PSG

    LIVERPOOL fans poked fun at David Beckham after spotting the Manchester United legend’s reaction to their goal against Paris Saint-Germain.Liverpool produced a stunning smash-and-grab victory as they won 1-0 at the Parc des Princes in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 clash.Liverpool fans have poked fun at David Beckham after he was spotted at Parc des Princes on Wednesday nightHarvey Elliott was the hero from the bench for LiverpoolThe runaway Premier League leaders were second best throughout against the PSG on Wednesday night.But goalkeeper Alisson Becker’s heroics kept Arne Slot’s side in it before super-sub Harvey Elliott scored the winner with his first touch at the death.Elliott’s incredible winner – which was Liverpool’s ONLY shot on target – came 47 seconds after he replaced Mohamed Salah.Man-of-the-match Alisson hit a long pass down the middle, which was beautifully collected by Darwin Nunez.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSNunez headed the ball down, cut inside and found an incoming Elliott inside the box, whose low finish beat Gianluigi Donnarumma into the bottom corner.As Liverpool fans, and players, went into raptures, the TNT Sports cameras quickly found former PSG star Beckham in crowd, watching on as Liverpool celebrated near the corner flag.Becks looked far from impressed, watching on solemnly in his dapper suit.And beaming Liverpool fans jumped at the chance to mock their old rival.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOne wrote: “I’m off to get this picture printed on a T-shirt 🤣🤣🤣.”A second said: “Beckham’s face says it all as Liverpool shock PSG in the Champions League.”Football Fixers | Cutting it with Premier League Football StarsA third added: “Hahahaha what a finish. Tough luck Becks 😂.”Arne Slot’s side faced 27 of the game’s 29 shots and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia had a stunning goal disallowed for offside.Alisson made an incredible NINE saves as he repeatedly thwarted PSG’s lively frontline.Liverpool have accumulated many dominant wins under Slot this season, but they will cherish this even more.Ibrahima Konate was fortunate not to be sent off after a VAR review for his push on PSG’s Bradley Barcola, who was running through on goal in the 25th minute.The referee initially played on but VAR did not recommend a red card, seemingly because it was not deemed a clear and obvious error.But after defending for most of the game, Liverpool stole it in the end with just 30 per cent possession.Alisson’s nine saves were the most by a goalkeeper who also kept a clean sheet in a Champions League game this season. Beckham, meanwhile, played 14 games for PSG in 2013 before announcing his retirement from football.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was reduced to tears on the field as he left the pitch for the final time at the club, and popped by to watch Luis Enrique’s men take on Liverpool leaders on Wednesday.He posed for photos alongside fans inside the iconic Parc De Princes.Beckham posed for snaps alongside dignitaries as he watched former side PSG take on Liverpool in the Champions LeagueCredit: AP More

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    Mo Salah was set to leave Liverpool LAST summer until Klopp announced he was quitting, claims ex-Premier League boss

    MOHAMED SALAH was on the brink of leaving Liverpool until Jurgen Klopp announced he was quitting.That is the stunning claim made by former West Ham boss Slaven Bilic. Mohamed Salah did a U-turn on his Liverpool future after Jurgen Klopp’s announcementCredit: GettySlaven Bilic claims Salah was set to move to Saudi Arabia last summerCredit: GettySalah was reportedly unhappy with Klopp towards the end of their time togetherCredit: AFPSalah was heavily linked with a transfer to the moneybags Middle Eastern league, with Saudi Pro League bosses desperate to make him their new poster boy.But he ultimately stayed at Anfield to see out the final year of his deal, at least, under new boss Arne Slot.And Bilic – who was bossing in Saudi Arabia at the time, claims Salah, 32, had been unhappy under Klopp only for the German’s shock departure to prompt a change of heart.Speaking on The LineUp, via BetMGM and talkSPORT, Bilic said: “There has definitely been a change this season under Arne Slot as, having been in Saudi Arabia last year, I know he wasn’t happy under Jurgen Klopp and we were expecting him to move.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The whole of Saudi was ready for him and he would have been the star of the league. “As far as we were all concerned, it was done and Mo Salah was going to join Al-Ittihad.”I wasn’t surprised he didn’t move, though. “He knows the move is there for him when he wants to leave Liverpool. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”It’s not a one-year ‘take it or leave it’ project in Saudi.”Bilic was managing Al Fateh in Saudi Arabia until his departure in August.Liverpool star Mo Salah enjoys casual stroll down Blackpool Pier on rare day off The Kop’s Egyptian king scored 25 goals and added 14 assists in 44 games across all competitions last season.But he has hit new heights this season, already scoring 30 goals and adding 22 assists in 39 games in all competitions.Salah has said it is his last year with the club, though speculation has persisted he could sign an extension off the back of his stunning season.His old Under-20 Egypt boss, Diaa El-Sayed, dropped a transfer hint over his future, exclusively telling SunSport: “I have known Salah since he was just a kid, and I know how honest he is as a human being.”He’s had eight amazing years at Liverpool, and his numbers are just incredible.”Five Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More

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    ‘I know he loves it there’ – Mo Salah’s ex-coach drops transfer hint over Liverpool ace’s future amid contract stand-off

    LIVERPOOL star Mohamed Salah has been urged to snub interest from Saudi Arabia and focus on creating a lasting legacy at Liverpool, even if he wins the Premier League and Champions League this season.This could be the 32-year-old’s final season at Anfield, with his contract set to expire in the summer and little progress being made on a new deal.Mohamed Salah’s contract expires at the end of the seasonCredit: RexThis could be the Egyptian’s last season at AnfieldCredit: EPAEgyptian coach Diaa El-SayedCredit: AFPThe Reds have some key decisions to make in the coming months, with the important duo of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk in the same boat as Salah.But Diaa El-Sayed, who was Salah’s under-20 coach in 2011 with Egypt and helped transform him from a left-back into a lethal finisher, says everyone in Egypt supports Liverpool because of Salah and would love to see him end his career at Merseyside.He told Sunsport in an exclusive interview from his base in Cairo, Egypt: “I have known Salah since he was just a kid, and I know how honest he is as a human being. “He’s had eight amazing years at Liverpool, and his numbers are just incredible.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“His time there has been amazing, with his teammates, the managers he has worked with, the media, and the fans.“Of course, I want him to stay at Liverpool. We in Egypt would love him to stay beyond this summer. “I also know Salah loves being in Liverpool, and he loves the city too.“He would love to stay at Liverpool to complete his amazing football career. I don’t want to hear that he’s moving to Saudi Arabia, PSG, or any other club.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“Because of him, we all follow Liverpool, and so for us, that is where we want to see him end it all.”Salah is the Premier League’s top scorer with 25 goals in 28 games and has risen to third on the all-time Liverpool top scorers’ list, with 131 goals in 241 games. Only Roger Hunt (152) and the great Ian Rush (166) are ahead of him.Liverpool manager Arne Slot has been careful with his words when asked about Salah’s future, especially with reports linking him to a move to Saudi Arabia.Mo Salah calls out Jamie Carragher after Liverpool legend urged him to ‘take a leaf out of Virgil van Dijk’s book’The Liverpool boss said: “Everybody wants him, including us. We want him to extend, of course – that is clear.“I’m not surprised that Saudi Arabia wants him, but I wouldn’t be surprised if other countries want him as well.“He is old enough and wise enough and has done so many smart things in his career that he will make the right decision for himself, and hopefully for us as well.”Mo Salah is the league’s top scorerFive Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More