Liverpool put in a limp showing in the Carabao Cup final defeat to Newcastle. Virgil van Dijk rejected one theory about why, but a Reds legend is not so sure.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says he still has “no idea” whether his career at the club will extend beyond this season. The Dutch defender, 33, is out of contract this summer and talks over an extension have dragged on.

A 12-point lead over Arsenal means five victories will likely be enough for a second title in five years as their rivals would have to win all nine remaining games while also overhauling a goal difference deficit of 13.