Virgil van Dijk was right at the heart of Liverpool’s pursuit of a first cup final in the Arne Slot era. The Dutchman was the subject of some early controversy after a coming together with Richarlison left the Brazilian clutching his face and rolling across the Anfield turf.

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.

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Virgil van Dijk made his 300th appearance for Liverpool on Saturday and is yet to make a decision on his future at Anfield as his contract runs down

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.