Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk stated he is not feeling any pressure regarding his contract

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk stated he is not feeling any pressure regarding his contract expiring at the end of the season, as reported by Goal.com.

The future of Van Dijk remains a pressing issue for the Liverpool hierarchy as the Dutch international enters the final months of his current deal. Despite the lack of an immediate resolution, the 35-year-old center-back downplayed any suggestions of friction or anxiety regarding his status at the club.

With his agreement set to conclude next summer, speculation has intensified, but the captain remains focused on the task at hand under head coach Andoni Iraola.

Van Dijk made it clear that he is not feeling the pressure of his impending free agency.

I’m not in any panic whatsoever. I want to keep playing and continue what I’m doing. Let’s see what the season brings. I’ve had an amazing time already so far. If that will be extended, that’s the case. If not, then I will go somewhere else. There’s nothing to report at the moment, but that doesn’t mean that there’s any stress or anything, the defender explained, as reported by Goal.com.

While his contract remains a major talking point, Van Dijk is prioritizing physical recovery during the November break. The club confirmed that the defender withdrew from the Netherlands squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures against Greece and Germany. The decision followed a struggle to maintain full fitness during Liverpool’s recent Premier League victory over Crystal Palace, where he did not return to full sharpness.

Addressing his current physical state, Van Dijk admitted he has been playing through some discomfort to help the team during a transitional season. Mentally, I’m in a good place. Physically, I’ve been struggling with a little niggle the past couple of weeks but I do everything in my power to be out there. I feel good but it’s not about me at the moment. Let’s see, he noted.

The Reds are finding their footing in the post-Arne Slot era, sitting nine points adrift of league leaders Arsenal. An inconsistent start has included defeats to Manchester City and Arsenal, alongside a European loss to Fenerbahce.

Some games we could have done much better that we won, the defender added, as noted by uk.sports.yahoo.com. And some games we lost but we were good. We’re trying to find consistency as that’s the only way to be successful.

The club faces a nervous wait on the fitness of several key players ahead of a home clash against Manchester United on November 22. Liverpool’s medical staff are monitoring Dominik Szoboszlai after his early exit against Palace, while midfielder Ryan Gravenberch remains sidelined by a heel problem.