Sources: Liverpool to finalise new deal for elite star after agreeing Konate contract

TEAMtalk is able to tell that Liverpool will make an effort to address the contract issue of club captain Virgil van Dijk after intensifying discussions with Ibrahima Konate, who is his teammate at center defense.

The arrival of Arne Slot as the new head coach of Liverpool has marked the beginning of a new era for the club, which has been marked by tremendous success under the leadership of Jurgen Klopp, the previous manager. The Dutchman has led the Reds to a strong start, as evidenced by the fact that they are now in first place in the standings and are firmly in the battle for the championship.

Although things may be going swimmingly on the field, there is still a lot of work to be done off the field, as a number of their most prominent players are nearing the conclusion of their current contracts. Fans are becoming increasingly afraid that they may lose Mo Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Van Dijk for nothing in the summer of 2025, when all three of these players would have reached the end of their contracts.

TEAMtalk has received a favorable update about the club’s most crucial defender, Van Dijk, according to individuals who have supplied the information. Following Liverpool’s successful negotiation of a long-term contract for Konate, we are able to disclose that the outstanding player from the Netherlands will be the next to be offered new terms.

The 25-year-old Konate is extremely eager to remain at Anfield, and Liverpool hopes to reveal soon that they have reached an agreement to extend his contract. The discussions between the two sides have advanced, and Liverpool is hopeful that they will soon unveil this news. Due to the fact that he is a crucial player, it is anticipated that he and Van Dijk will combine to form a defensive partnership for Liverpool in the current season.

Van Dijk is regarded as a highly vital player for the club since, over the course of the previous few years, he has established himself as one of the top defenders in the world. TEAMtalk has received confirmation from sources that Slot has made it abundantly clear that he desires to reach an arrangement with Van Dijk as quickly as possible. This will allow Slot to concentrate on other aspects of the pitch while also ensuring that the 33-year-old will be present for the upcoming season.

According to Van Dijk, he is adamant about his desire to continue to serve as “the big leader” for Liverpool and the Netherlands “for the next two years.” The calm confidence that an agreement will be reached is a result of the fact that discussions are scheduled to take place over the course of the next few weeks.

As one of Liverpool’s best earners, the captain of the Netherlands will continue to be in the top tier of the club’s salary structure. If a new contract is finalized, he has the potential to become the highest earner at the club, according to the bonuses he receives.

The present agreement that Van Dijk is under is for £220,000 per week, thus it is anticipated that the new contract would bring him to a weekly salary of £300,000. This is a huge rise from his existing deal.

Liverpool supporters are anxiously anticipating the news about the player’s contract.
This week, Liverpool has already announced one new deal, but it was not for one of the three players that make up the big trio of Van Dijk, Salah, and Alexander-Arnold.

With the signing of a new long-term deal, the Reds have secured the services of the talented defender Jarell Quansah. They have instantly shifted their focus to Konate, and the next priority after that is to get a new contract for Van Dijk.

According to reports that surfaced on Monday, Van Dijk has communicated to people who are close to him that he is eager to remain at Liverpool, and that club executives Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards will soon provide him with the opportunity to do so.

On the other hand, Liverpool fans will be extremely eager to see the contract negotiations with both Salah and Alexander-Arnold move on without delay.

Despite the fact that Paris Saint-Germain is also keeping an eye on the issue, the Saudis are still adamant about bringing Salah to their top flight by providing him a hefty salary.

In addition, Saudi Arabian teams are keeping an eye on Van Dijk, but it appears that they will be dissatisfied with the outcome of this specific transfer search.

Alexander-Arnold, on the other hand, is one of the players that Real Madrid is considering as a possible replacement for Dani Carvajal.

The fact that Carvajal has sustained a major injury has given rise to rumors that Madrid would make a move for Alexander-Arnold in January. However, Liverpool will do all in their power to rectify his issue before that time comes.

It is reasonable to assume that the right-back, who is 26 years old and is about to enter his prime years, is the most crucial player for Liverpool to negotiate a new deal with. This is because he is headed into his prime years.

The latest on Liverpool: Klopp’s new job and an update on the striker

Concurrently, Jurgen Klopp has announced that he would be taking on his first new position since leaving Liverpool at the conclusion of the previous season.

On January 1, 2025, the revered figure from Anfield will take on the role of “Head of Global Soccer” for Red Bull.

Klopp will not be engaged in the day-to-day operations of any of Red Bull’s teams; nevertheless, he will assist with the formation of “strategic vision,” provide assistance to sports directors, assist in the development of coaches, and enhance scouting.

He expressed his excitement by saying, “After staying on the sidelines for almost 25 years, I could not be more excited to get involved in a project like this.” Despite the fact that the job has shifted, my enthusiasm for football and the individuals who contribute to the game’s success has not diminished.

I hope that by joining Red Bull on a worldwide scale, I will be able to cultivate, improve, and provide support for the amazing football talent that we have available to us. The use of the superior expertise and experience that Red Bull holds, as well as the acquisition of information from other sports and other businesses, are all potential avenues via which we might accomplish this goal.

“Together, we have the ability to uncover what is feasible. I regard my primary function as that of a guide for the coaches and administration of the Red Bull teams, but in the end, I am a member of an organization that is one of a kind, forward-thinking, and inventive. Once again, I cannot express how excited I am about this.

In other news, Fabrizio Romano has shared his thoughts on the future of Lille striker Jonathan David, who is a target for both Liverpool and Arsenal. David is currently playing for Lille.

David’s contract with Lille has expired, which has led to speculation about the possibility of a January transfer out of France at a reduced cost. According to Romano, however, it is more possible that he would depart the club as a free agent during the summer of upcoming year.

Romano adds that David is prioritizing a good project and the opportunity to work with a top coach who can enhance his game at the highest level rather than following the money by joining a team in the Middle East. Romano says that David believes that this is the best way to improve his game.

In light of this, Liverpool and Arsenal are now in a great position to get him without spending any money.