Robbie Fowler was once named the "richest sportsman living in Britain" with a net worth that tops Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk's, even after his bumper new contract

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.

Virgil van Dijk has signed a two-year contract extension to stay at Liverpool until 2027 in a major boost to the club’s fortunes. The Dutch centre-back joins Mohamed Salah, who penned a new deal last week, after concerns the club would lose both.