When Virgil van Dijk is mentioned in the pantheon of great Premier League defenders, it occasionally comes with a caveat. Yes, he has the trophies, the class and the longevity that are the traditional hallmarks of all-time greats.

Thanks for joining us on this short but very sweet live page as we brought you the latest reaction to Virgil van Dijk signing a new two-year contract with Liverpool. The live page may have come to a close but feel free to stick around and recap all of the best bits.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has signed a new contract that will extend his stay at Anfield beyond the 2024/25 season.