As Hummels' successor

Wild rumor: Dortmund want Virgil van Dijk

A crazy transfer rumor is circulating in England: Borussia Dortmund are said to be interested in Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk.

The English tabloid newspaper "Mirror" has brought BVB into the discussion because the experienced player Mats Hummels, who has been playing strongly recently, has not yet extended his expiring contract. Should the 35-year-old draw a line after the season, they want to be prepared. According to the report, clubs from Spain, Italy, Turkey and the Netherlands are also keeping a close eye on Virgil van Dijk's situation. The 32-year-old still has a contract that runs until June 20, 2025. Should he - like Jürgen Klopp - decide to leave Anfield Road in the summer, a transfer fee would be due. According to "transfermarkt.at", Van Dijk's market value is 32 million euros.

Transfer or end of career at Liverpool
However, the Reds would like to extend the Champions League winner and 2019 European Footballer of the Year's contract. The Dutchman is now faced with the decision of whether he wants to end his career at Liverpool - or seek another change of club. Van Dijk earns around 13.5 million euros a year in England. This is not much more than the top earners at BVB.