Virgil van Dijk offered to Barcelona but Hansi Flick did not approve
While Liverpool's experienced defender Virgil van Dijk has been linked with Spanish giant Barcelona, it is reported that manager Hansi Flick is keeping his distance from this transfer due to the player's age and team planning.
According to reports in the British press, experienced defender Virgil van Dijk, who plays for Liverpool, was offered to Barcelona for the future. However, the Catalan club's manager, Hansi Flick, is not keen on this transfer due to question marks regarding the player's age.
Barcelona Claim
Reports reflected in the British press stated that Liverpool's experienced defender Virgil van Dijk was offered to Barcelona for the upcoming period.
It was conveyed that the Dutch footballer had the idea of continuing his career at the Catalan club and was offered to the club in this direction.
Hansi Flick's Decision
It was recorded that Barcelona Manager Hansi Flick was not warm to the transfer initiative in question and approached it negatively.
It was stated that the German manager harbors certain question marks regarding the experienced player's age and the process of adaptation to the team.
Alternative Candidates
It was learned that instead of an experienced name, Flick prioritized younger defensive profiles in order to invest in the future.
In this direction, it was stated that young players such as Alessandro Bastoni, Ruud Nijstad, and Nico Schlotterbeck are on the German coach's list.
Liverpool Career
The 35-year-old football player, who has been playing for the English team Liverpool since 2018, has experienced many important trophy victories with his club.
During this time, the experienced defender achieved numerous national and international successes, including the Premier League and the Champions League.