SHOCKING NEWS: Heartbreaking news has been confirmed for Virgil van Dijk this morning as it has been confirmed that this season will be his last with Liverpool FC. His replacement has been announced.

It remains uncertain whether Virgil van Dijk will stay at Liverpool beyond this season, but the club appears to be preparing for his eventual departure.

So far, the Dutch defender has not signed a new contract, and there is no clear indication of whether he will leave when his current deal expires at the end of the 2024/25 season.

Liverpool may have already identified a potential successor, with reports suggesting they have a strong interest in Nottingham Forest center-back Murillo.

Although the 22-year-old Brazilian recently extended his contract with Forest until 2029, he is reportedly open to a move if an agreement can be reached between the clubs. However, Forest are reluctant to negotiate for anything below £80 million.

Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain have also shown interest in Murillo, adding to the competition for his signature.

While Forest would prefer to keep such an important player, they are expected to demand a substantial transfer fee if he pushes for an exit.

For now, van Dijk remains Liverpool’s captain, but with significant squad changes looming, his long-term future at Anfield remains in doubt.