Liverpool done deal paves the way for Virgil van Dijk's best friend to join new clubOne of Virgil van Dijk's closest friends at Liverpool could finally leave the club in the summer after the Reds secured a replacementView 2 Images Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool buddy, Joe Gomez, may finally leave the club after new competition arrives in the summer (Image: Julian Finney/Getty Images)Virgil van Dijk may bid adieu to his close mate Joe Gomez in the summer following Liverpool's acquisition of a new centre-back last month. The seasoned defender has been earmarked for departure, with the Reds refusing to approve a sale unless a replacement was secured. ‌At the time, it was reported the Italian club were eager to recruit Gomez and submitted an offer to Liverpool. This will pave the way for Gomez to contemplate his future, with his contract expiring next year. His ability speaks for itself; he's the best at what he does, he's the best in the world and probably the best the club has ever had in that position."

Source: Daily Mirror February 27, 2026 19:49 UTC