When asked in the pre-match news conference if his partnership with Van Dijk is the best in Europe, Konate said: "This season, yeah I think so. Everybody knows Virgil, everybody knows his quality. For me he is the best, no-one is better than him in this position.

Liverpool have finally received some positive news on the contract front, with Virgil van Dijk electing to sign a new deal with the Premier League leaders.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is reportedly in talks to leave Anfield in the summer. On Saturday afternoon, Van Dijk captained the Reds to a vital 2-0 win over Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium, thanks to two late goals from under-fire striker Darwin Nunez.

"If nobody is ready for a bumpy ride then this season will definitely be one."

Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk is reportedly 'in talks' with Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal over a blockbuster free transfer this summer.

Liverpool are five points clear with a game in hand thanks to Darwin Nunez's crucial cameo away to Brentford and Virgil van Dijk has told the striker to keep working hard

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says second half substitute Darwin Nunez deserved his two late goals against Brentford after a difficult season so far.Two goals in second half stoppage time for

Liverpool star is set to STAY after months of rumours Club captain Virgil van Dijk, vice-captain Trent Alexander-Arnold and talisman Mohamed Salah all have less than six months remaining on their contracts at Anfield and it is a real possibility that all three leave Liverpool for free in the summer.

Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk is in “serious contract talks” as speculation continues to swirl over the future of the Netherlands international defender.