Arne Slot has said he hopes to continue working with captain Virgil van Dijk "for a long time" amid continued uncertainty over his long-term Liverpool future.

"He deserves every compliment he gets," Slot said. "He's been outstanding for this club for so many years and since I've been working here, he's been outstanding for me. He wants, like all the others, to make it a great season.

Arne Slot addressed Virgil van Dijk's future at Liverpool and insisted that he looks forward to a long partnership with the "outstanding" defender.

Virgil van Dijk led Liverpool to yet another cup final with victory over Tottenham on Thursday evening, but his post-match comments were concerning.

Arne Slot has given his thoughts on all things Liverpool ahead of Sunday's FA Cup fourth round tie against Plymouth Argyle, having just secured a place in the Carabao Cup final.

Virgil van Dijk scored as Liverpool thrashed Tottenham 4-0 in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg on Thursday night, with Reds boss Arne Slot praising the defender's contribution

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has hailed Reds captain Virgil van Dijk, although the 33-year-old's future remains up in the air with just six months left on his contract

Virgil van Dijk wasn't about to let his Liverpool team-mates ease off as Tottenham were swept aside by Liverpool

Arne Slot says he wants to work with Virgil van Dijk "for a long time" as the Liverpool captain's future past this season remains up in the air.

Virgil van Dijk scored for Liverpool against Spurs and put in a dominant performance as his side booked a spot in the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United.

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