Big club opens talks with £20.8m/year Liverpool star - he's open to offers

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Turkish giants Galatasaray have reportedly opened talks over a potential move for Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, in what could become one of the most eye-catching transfer stories of the summer. The Fotomac report reads: “Galatasaray has initiated negotiations for the transfer of Liverpool’s renowned central defender, Virgil Van Dijk.

Galatasaray are closely monitoring Dutch central defender Virgil Van Dijk, who is considering leaving Liverpool. Virgil van Dijk: “Mentally it has been a very tough season overall”.

While there is no suggestion that Liverpool are actively looking to sell Virgil van Dijk, speculation surrounding experienced players has grown as the club prepares for a longer-term rebuild. Liverpool releasing Salah, van Dijk and Robertson in a single window after the disastrous nature of the 2025-26 season, would be a dangerously risky move.