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Virgil van Dijk has taken to Instagram to send a message after Liverpool’s European aspirations were extinguished in a tense penalty shootout after 120 grueling minutes of action.

The penalty shootout proved a bridge too far for Liverpool, with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma emerging as the hero for the French side.

The Italian international denied both Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones from the spot, while PSG’s penalty takers displayed nerves of steel to convert their opportunities with clinical precision.

Mohamed Salah’s successful conversion provided Liverpool’s only moment of solace in a shootout that ultimately ended in a comprehensive 4-1 defeat.

The shootout heartbreak came after a frenetic contest that saw Ousmane Dembele cancel out Liverpool’s first-leg advantage with a 12th-minute strike.

Despite creating numerous chances throughout the remainder of regular time and the additional 30 minutes of extra time, Liverpool couldn’t find the decisive goal to retake the lead on aggregate.

While Liverpool supporters processed the pain of European elimination, social media was abuzz with footage capturing Virgil van Dijk in conversation with PSG’s hierarchy.

The timing and context of this meeting – immediately following an intense knockout tie between the clubs – naturally fueled speculation about potential transfer interests, particularly given the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Van Dijk’s contract situation.

After the game, Virgil van Dijk was quizzed on whether he would be aiming for the Champions League next season – admitting that he did not know if he would still be at the club:

“I have no idea.

I still have no idea at the moment.

I have no idea at the moment.”

“At the moment, I don’t even know what will happen next year.

If anyone says they do know, they are lying to your face.”

Nevertheless, taking to Instagram today, the Reds skipper has assured fans that the focus remains on the two trophies Liverpool can secure:

“We’re all disappointed this morning but it’s time to get ready for Wembley,” the 33-year-old wrote.

“Embrace & enjoy another cup final, hopefully we can bring it home again.”

“10 games to go.

Together!”

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