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"I Am Not Sure...": Liverpool Captain Virgil Van Dijk Breaks Silence On Contract Extension Talks

Virgil van Dijk won't "panic" about his Liverpool future as the Reds captain admits he is willing to let his contract run down until the end of the season. Van Dijk's current deal expires in June and talks with Liverpool have yet to produce an extension. The 33-year-old defender's successful seven-year stay at Anfield will come to an end if no new contract is agreed. Van Dijk, who will lead Liverpool in the League Cup final against Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday, has made no secret of his desire to remain on Merseyside. But even with no resolution in sight it has not affected his performances or his focus.

Carlos Alcaraz Preparing For Battle Against 'Ambitious' Opponent, Eyeing Three-Peat At Indian Wells

Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is bracing for a tough semi-final test from "ambitious" British lefty Jack Draper on Saturday as he aims to take the next step toward a rare Indian Wells ATP Masters three-peat. The world number three from Spain is looking to join Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic as the only men to win three straight titles in the California desert. And despite his 3-1 record against Draper he won't be taking the world number 14 lightly. "I think he has a lot of rhythm, a lot of pace, great shots," Alcaraz said. "I think his style of play suits pretty well to these conditions.

Arne Slot Eyes First Title With Liverpool, Newcastle Aim To Break 70-Year Drought

Liverpool can win the first trophy of the Arne Slot era in Sunday's League Cup final against a Newcastle side desperate to end the club's 56-year wait for major silverware. In the first final of the English domestic season, runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool head to Wembley aiming to erase the bitter taste of their Champions League exit against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday. The Reds were beaten 4-1 on penalties by PSG in the last 16 second leg at Anfield.

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"I Am Not Sure...": Liverpool Captain Virgil Van Dijk Breaks Silence On Contract Extension Talks

Carlos Alcaraz Preparing For Battle Against 'Ambitious' Opponent, Eyeing Three-Peat At Indian Wells

Arne Slot Eyes First Title With Liverpool, Newcastle Aim To Break 70-Year Drought

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