According to a report, discussions between Virgil van Dijk and Liverpool provide room for optimism a deal can be struck. The Dutchman is out of contract at the

Van Dijk: "I love every week of playing for Liverpool and playing on the highest level. So I look forward to it."

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has backed club captain Virgil van Dijk to remain at the highest level, as both stars draw dangerously close to the end of their contracts.