“Trent Alexander-Arnold Delivers a Stirring Message Following Virgil van Dijk’s Liverpool Contract Extension”
“Trent Alexander-Arnold Reacts to Liverpool Contract Extension with a Powerful Message for Virgil van Dijk”
Trent Alexander-Arnold is now the most notable Liverpool player whose contract expires this summer, following Virgil van Dijk’s new two-year extension.
Trent Alexander-Arnold was among the Liverpool players to publicly back captain Virgil van Dijk after the Dutchman secured a new two-year deal at Anfield. However, the England defender remains the last major player yet to sign a contract extension, fueling uncertainty about his future at the club.
The 26-year-old has faced scrutiny over how his contract situation has been allowed to reach its current precarious state. With Van Dijk’s renewal this week and Mohamed Salah’s extension ahead of the crucial win against West Ham United on Sunday, speculation about Alexander-Arnold’s future continues to grow, especially with Real Madrid reportedly showing interest.
Virgil van Dijk is set to stay at Liverpool until 2027, following Thursday’s announcement that ended months of speculation, rumors, and uncertainty about whether the captain would continue under fellow Dutchman Arne Slot.
The 33-year-old’s contract extension reinforces the promise of continued success under former Feyenoord head coach Arne Slot.
With Liverpool just two victories away from securing the Premier League title, Van Dijk is on the verge of potentially becoming the first Dutch captain to lift the prestigious trophy.
On Instagram, the Liverpool captain shared an emotional message expressing his desire to stay at the club, despite recent speculation linking him with moves to Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid.
His Liverpool teammates rallied around him, celebrating the pivotal contract renewal orchestrated by sporting director Richard Hughes.
Curtis Jones was among those who commented on the post, while Alisson Becker, Conor Bradley, Ryan Gravenberch, and Trent Alexander-Arnold were among the players who showed their support by liking it.
Legendary Liverpool players Ian Rush, Robbie Fowler, and Steven Gerrard celebrated the news in their own unique ways, sharing their excitement through comments, likes, or Instagram story posts.
As for Van Dijk, he expressed his joy and commitment to staying at Anfield, stating, “I’m very happy, very proud.”
“There are so many emotions running through my mind as I talk about this.
“It’s a mix of pride and joy—it’s just incredible. Reflecting on my career journey so far, being able to extend it for another two years with this club is amazing, and I couldn’t be happier.
“Liverpool was always the choice. It was always in my mind, always the plan—Liverpool was always the answer.”
“There was never any doubt in my mind—this is where I belong, both for myself and my family. I’m a part of Liverpool.
“Someone recently called me an adopted Scouser, and hearing that made me incredibly proud. It’s such a great feeling.”