Virgil Van Dijk, a key player for Liverpool, has officially “asked to leave Liverpool” after turning down a four-year contract with the club. Saudi teams are among the clubs that are interested in the £70 million defender.

Captain Virgil Van Dijk, star forward Mohamed Salah, and right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold are all in the final year of their contracts with the club.

The Reds are now carefully considering how to handle this challenging situation, as they risk losing all three players for free if they don’t manage it well.

According to *Football Insider*, Liverpool have decided to offer a new contract to Van Dijk, but the Dutch defender will ultimately decide his future.

Van Dijk has been a pivotal figure for Liverpool, playing a major role in their Premier League and Champions League successes.

His arrival from Southampton transformed the club’s fortunes, leading to success in all competitions they’ve entered.

Liverpool are eager to retain their captain, as the risk of losing him for free increases with time.

Club officials are prepared to sit down with the center-back to discuss his future and present a new contract offer.

Van Dijk is highly respected by his teammates and adored by fans, making him an essential leader for the club.

Losing Van Dijk at this critical stage, especially as Liverpool navigates a period of transition under new manager Arne Slot, could be disastrous.

He has started the season in excellent form, helping Liverpool keep clean sheets in all three of their matches.

Liverpool must make a decision before the January transfer window, as Van Dijk will be free to negotiate with other clubs at the start of the new year.