Liverpool need Stefan De Vrij to interchange Virgil van Dijk

Liverpool need Stefan De Vrij to interchange Virgil van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk in motion for Liverpool towards Newcastle (Photograph by Justin Setterfield/Getty Photographs)

Liverpool are eyeing a Bosman transfer for Inter Milan defender Stefan de Vrij.

Whereas the way forward for Mohamed Salah would be the largest speaking level over the following few months, Virgil van Dijk’s state of affairs is simply as essential for Liverpool followers. Similar to Salah, the Dutch centre-back may even be a free agent in the summertime.

The Reds haven’t been in a position to lengthen their skipper’s contract and as issues stand, he might stroll away at no cost after the tip of the season. Based on Fichajes, Liverpool want to signal Stefan de Vrij as Virgil van Dijk’s substitute. They’re plotting a Bosman transfer for the Inter Milan centre-back. De Vrij has been linked with a transfer to England prior to now. 

De Vrij’s contract on the Italian membership additionally runs out on the finish of the season and he might be accessible at no cost. He has been a key determine at Inter since becoming a member of them again in 2018 from Lazio. The Dutch centre-back brings worthwhile expertise and can assist cowl for his compatriot Van Dijk’s absence within the brief time period.

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Liverpool ought to persuade Van Dijk to remain

Netherlands’ defender #06 Stefan de Vrij and Netherlands’ defender #04 Virgil van Dijk. (Photograph by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP)

Whereas the Liverpool skipper is 33, he’s nonetheless the most effective defenders on the planet. Regardless of his age, the Reds would like to have him round for a number of extra years as his presence within the dressing room alone might have an enormous affect.

However, if he decides to strive a special problem within the ultimate section of his profession, the Reds will definitely respect his determination. They’ve already recognized the Inter Milan star as a possible substitute. He helped Inter Milan win the title final season.

Whereas De Vrij can be accessible at no cost, he’s already 33 and gained’t be getting any higher with time.
The Dutch worldwide can’t be thought-about an improve and it’ll solely be a short-term repair which doesn’t go properly with a membership that wishes to problem for all main titles. Whereas the Inter centre-back gives short-term stability, Liverpool also needs to goal a younger defender for long-term success.