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Salah was one of three pivotal players with contracts winding down this summer, alongside Van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, who appears to be on Real Madrid's radar.

Yet, there's a growing sense of optimism regarding Van Dijk's tenure at Liverpool, with the player himself hinting at an impending update by stating news on his future would come "soon".

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Carragher, when quizzed about Van Dijk's status, speculated that the centre-back didn't want to overshadow Salah's moment and is poised to have his own "moment" in the near future.

"Listen, I think there may be some news on Virgil van Dijk next week," Carragher remarked to Sky Sports ahead of Liverpool's game against West Ham on Sunday.

"I think the fact the Mo Salah news came out, maybe not trying to do two players on one day.

"Maybe not trying to steal the thunder of either of the players, Virgil van Dijk or Mo Salah.

I think Mo Salah had his moment a few days ago and I'm sure that will be the case with Virgil van Dijk next week."

Salah is having what could be his finest season in a Liverpool kit, netting an impressive 32 goals across all competitions, with 27 of those in the Premier League, propelling the Reds to a ten-point lead over Arsenal in the title chase.

Carragher has expressed that Salah's renewed contract will boost Liverpool not just on the field but also in their ability to draw fresh talent during the summer transfer window.

"It's not just Liverpool players now, probably more for future Liverpool players, maybe players Liverpool are looking to tout in the summer," Carragher remarked.

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So I think not just the players inside the club but also players Liverpool will acquire in the summer."

Earlier this year, as Salah's contract seemed to be running out with no advancement in discussions, there were concerns he might depart for the Saudi Pro League, with the Egyptian himself insisting it would be his "last season" at Anfield until a turning point was reached in negotiations.

After the announcement of his significant contract extension, Salah shared his enthusiasm: "Of course I'm very excited - we have a great team now
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