Liverpool sensationally pull out of Van Dijk transfer

Asked if he would like to see the Netherlands global at Liverpool, former club captain Gerrard told the Daily Mail: "I'd love to see him in a red shirt".

Liverpool have formally apologised to Southampton after making what was described as an "illegal approach" to sign Virgil van Dijk.

Let this be a reminder to Chelsea to not do anything silly or Peter Kenyon-esque again.

Jurgen Klopp had made the 25-year-old his top target and the chance to work with the German had played a significant role in the player's decision to snub his other potential suitors.

The 60-word statement included an apology to Southampton for a "misunderstanding" about Van Dijk and the incessant media speculation.

Liverpool are set to win the highly-contested race to sign Virgil van Dijk as the Southampton defender reportedly prefers a move to Anfield.

Whilst things look bleak on the south coast, Saints are going down swinging and are now asking the Premier League to investigate Liverpool's pursuit of Van Dijk.

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Some even suggested that they should go all out to sign Van Dijk now just to annoy Reds fans even more.

Southampton FC are reporting LFC to the Premier League over what they deem an "illegal approach" for their Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk.

Van Dijk is also being sought by Manchester City and champion Chelsea.

"We respect Southampton's position and can confirm we have ended any interest in the player (via BBC Sport)".

"We do not need to sell any player for the first time since I've been here", Krueger said.

Liverpool and Southampton do not share the best relationship off the pitch as in recent years, Liverpool have been the most popular destinations for Southampton's best players like Adam Lallana, Sadio Mane, Dejan Lovren, Nathaniel Clyne et al.