Ibrahima Konate reacts to Van Dijk's three-word Liverpool message after horrific display
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Aasif Rahman
Wed 27 August 2025 9:35, UK
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk shared a message to supporters after the Reds’ dramatic late win against Newcastle.
Arne Slot’s side left it late on Tyneside as 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha scored the winning goal for Liverpool.
and wrote his name into the history books, scoring the decisive goal to become the club’s youngest ever goalscorer.
Liverpool side had the man advantage after Anthony Gordon was sent off for a late challenge on Van Dijk, and the reigning champions looked to make it count.
Hugo Ekitike and Ryan Gravenberch had already put the Reds into a commanding 2-0 lead, but Newcastle showed resilience and fought back to level at 2-2 despite being down to 10 men.
Just as it looked as though the Reds would be forced to settle for a point, Ngumoha stepped up with a composed finish in the dying minutes, sealing back-to-back wins to start the season – both of them dramatic late victories.
In the aftermath of the game, Van Dijk sent a passionate message of appreciation to the fans, during another nail-biting finish.
Liverpool captain Van Dijk shared a message to supporters on Instagram following the dramatic victory at St James’ Park, declaring: “We are Liverpool!”
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The post drew plenty of reaction from his teammates, with Alexis Mac Allister, goalscorer Gravenberch and defensive partner Ibrahima Konate, who was roundly condemned for a horrific display against Newcastle, all among those showing their support.
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The Dutchman played a key role in a memorable campaign last season, helping the Reds lift the Premier League title in Arne Slot’s debut year.
His commanding performances were recognised as Van Dijk was awarded a place in the PFA Team of the Year, alongside teammates Gravenberch and Mohamed Salah.
Despite a season filled with speculation over his future as his contract ticked down, the Dutchman ended the uncertainty in April when Van Dijk signed a new Liverpool deal and committing his long-term future to the club, and carried his form into the new season.
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While Konate showed support to his fellow centre-back, his own future at Anfield remains less certain.
The French defender is entering the final year of his contract, and speculation continues to grow over a possible departure.
Football Insider revealed Liverpool could allow Konate to leave in the January transfer window, particularly if they are successful in their pursuit of Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi.
Real Madrid are among the clubs monitoring his situation closely, and the Reds are determined to avoid a repeat of last season’s contract uncertainty that surrounded Trent Alexander-Arnold.
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