Julian Ward is about to make the perfect decision over 'incredible' sensation

Julian Ward is about to make the perfect decision over 'incredible' sensation Liverpool are going to have some tough decisions to make in 2027. So many members of their first-team squad are set to exit in June with all of their contracts expiring. And, to make things worse, even before they all end up exiting, there are still some major problem areas among their ranks that need resolving. Left-back, central midfield and even right-wing all need to have an upgrade or two made to them before Liverpool can be seen as genuine title challengers again. So, with all of this in mind, the fact that Liverpool's new sporting director Julian Ward looks like he's finally going to make a decision on the future of a player is great news. Liverpool are already considering offering Virgil van Dijk a new contract It goes without saying that Virgil van Dijk is still one of Liverpool's most important players . The Dutchman has been the main leader among the Reds' ranks ever since Jordan Henderson chose to exit. Van Dijk has also played an extremely important role for every single Liverpool manager that he's played under. However, now that he's 35 years old and his contract is set to expire next summer, questions are being asked about whether he can keep this level of form up for much longer. This lack of knowing is what seems to be stopping Liverpool from making their decision over the 35 year old's future but now, thanks to an update from Football Insider, that could all be about to change. "Liverpool are open to extending Virgil van Dijk 's contract if he continues his impressive performanes, sources have told Football Insider," they wrote . "The 35-year-old has played the full 90 minutes in each of Liverpool's five Premier League games so far this season, as well as in their Champions League win against Atletico Madrid. "Andoni Iraola still views him as a crucial part of his first-team plans for the season, and despite his contract being set to expire next summer, there are no immediate concerns. "Liverpool have not ruled out handing Van Dijk a new contract if he continues on his current form." Liverpool have to keep Virgil van Dijk at Anfield for as long as possible As mentioned, Van Dijk is still essential to Liverpool. That has been backed up by how many games the Dutchman has already played this season and the fact that Iraola sees him as a "crucial" part of his plans. Also, the fact that the " incredible " defender has said that he wants to play for his country until Euro 2028 proves that he wants to compete at the highest level for a couple more years yet. In the past, the Dutchman has also said that, since he peaked at such a late stage in his career, he can probably continue playing well into his late 30's. Of course, there will be a point when the towering Dutchman will have to make room for someone such as Giovanni Leoni but, with how well he's currently performing, it's clear that extending his Liverpool stay is the correct decision. Other options may pop up for Liverpool to explore over the next few months but, as things stand, there's no player that could replace Van Dijk at Anfield .