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Liverpool supporters received the news they were waiting for in the past week when Mohamed Salah and then Virgil van Dijk signed new contracts with the club.

Ian Doyle

The most immediate impact of Virgil van Dijk agreeing a new deal at Liverpool is obvious - they are no longer compelled to sign a centre-back this summer.

That, though, doesn't mean they won't explore that avenue.

It reinforces the message first sent out by Mohamed Salah negotiating an extension last week that Liverpool remains the place to be for leading players.

And for any prospective signing, the opportunity to work alongside such stellar performers will surely act as a significant lure.

Joe Rimmer

Make no mistake, Virgil van Dijk's new contract is brilliant news for Liverpool.

One thing that certainly cannot be true is that Liverpool no longer need reinforcements in central defence this summer.

The Reds have long needed another centre-back and with their only senior options being Van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Jarell Quansah and Joe Gomez, it's clear a new face is still required.

Konate is out of contract next summer, Quansah has potential but is still young and Gomez has suffered from injury problems throughout his Anfield career

A new, young centre-back with a high ceiling would provide cover, competition and learn from Van Dijk over the next couple of years.

Shannon Sandford

The Reds securing a new deal for captain Virgil Van Dijk is undoubtedly great news for the club.

The Dutch centre back has been pivotal to the club's recent success, and a new two-year deal can assure fans that they can rely on a world-class talent at the back.

However, I think it would be wise for the club to continue their search of the market for a centre back

Ibrahima Konate has, despite his quality, had a real struggle with injuries that have made it hard for him to hold a regular place in the team.

Jarell Quansah has had some strong moments at centre back when he has been called up by Slot, however, he is still relatively inexperienced in terms of the highest level and cannot yet be relied on week in, week out.

A new centre back signing would strengthen the depth at the back and ensure the durability needed when fighting in so many different competitions at once.

Looking at reinforcing that area now would provide more cover, but also looking forward, allow for a smoother transition period when Van Dijk’s contract is once again up in two years.

The club have been linked with Bournemouth central defender Dean Huijsen after an immense breakout Premier League season, but the Reds would have competition to sign him with other clubs like Real Madrid and Arsenal also interested in him
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