Real Madrid has turned down the opportunity to sign Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk on a free transfer, according to Relevo. The Dutch defender's Liverpool co

Real Madrid have turned down the chance to sign Virgil van Dijk on a free transfer, with the defender now close to a new deal with Liverpool.

The 20-year-old forward Charles Sagoe Jr has returned to Arsenal from a loan spell with League One side Shrewsbury Town, but that is unrelated to the current injury crisis. After Sagoe Jr made just five starts in the first half of the season, Shrewsbury opted to terminate the loan arrangement.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has said he believes Manchester United were "disrespected" ahead of Sunday's 2-2 draw at Anfield.

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk felt those outside the club underestimated the challenge posed by rivals Manchester United before the Premier League clash between the two sides at the weekend.

Real Madrid have reportedly turned down the opportunity to sign Liverpool's central defender, Virgil van Dijk, despite his agents offering him to the club as a free agent in the summer of 2025.

Reports in Spain are suggesting Virgil van Dijk was offered to Real Madrid as the Liverpool captain's contract continues to run down, with no sign of a renewal yet.