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Van Dijk signs new Liverpool contract

The announcement comes with Liverpool potentially just days away from winning the EPL“I’m very happy, very proud,” said Van Dijk, whose existing deal, like Salah’s, had been set to expire at the end of the seasonLIVERPOOL: Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk on Thursday signed a new two-year contract with the club, ending months of fevered speculation over his future just a week after Mohamed Salah extended his stay.The announcement comes with Liverpool potentially just days away from winning the Premier League title in Arne Slot’s first season in charge.“I’m very happy, very proud,” said Van Dijk, whose existing deal, like Salah’s, had been set to expire at the end of the season.“There are so many emotions obviously that go through my head right now speaking about it.“It’s a proud feeling, it’s a feeling of joy. It’s just incredible.

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Van Dijk signs new Liverpool contract

Courtois questions Real Madrid’s ‘individual’ attack after lopsided loss to Arsenal

Heat scorch Bulls to advance, Mavericks upset Kings

Cricket’s 21st century growing pains

Ben Sulayem: Saudi Arabia providing Arab world a major long-term F1 future

Formula 1: How to watch the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on TV and what to know

Serena says she would have received 20-year ban if she failed drug tests like Sinner

Newcastle rout Palace 5-0 to move into 3rd place in Premier League