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.

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

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

Virgil van Dijk scoffed at Troy Deeney’s suggestion that Liverpool are on course for an unprecedented quadruple following last night’s 4-0 demolition of Tottenham. Arne Slot’s relentless winning machine comfortably overturned a one-goal deficit at Anfield last night as Spurs were put to the sword in ruthless fashion.

Virgil van Dijk was on the score-sheet for Liverpool last night as it once again secured passage to the Carabao Cup final. And the captain has called on one of his teammates to be in the best possible shape for the run-in.

Virgil van Dijk dismissed reports of his contract extension at Liverpool after a stunning performance against Tottenham in the Carabao Cup semi-final.

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

Will Salah, Van Dijk, and Alexander-Arnold Stay?The January transfer window has closed without a whisper from Liverpool, leaving fans to ponder what the future holds

The saga of the contracts for Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold has certainly been the story of the season for Liverpool. In and amongst being the best team in the world this season,