Virgil van Dijk 'reveals' internal Liverpool contract talk answer after extension concern Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has fired a response to questions over whether he can maintain his form at the top level Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has fired a response to questions over his capabilities at the top level. (Image: GQ Sports/YouTube ) Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk may have provided an insight into the contract discussions leading up to his new two-year contract. The Reds central defender was the topic of speculation throughout the Reds title-winning campaign as he faced the prospect of becoming a free agent at the end of the season, when his contract expired. Despite the long-standing uncertainty, the impervious centre-back displayed fine form - with Mohamed Salah replicating the showings at the other end of the pitch. As a result of the 5-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool clinched the Premier League title and a second winners' medal for the likes of Van Dijk. ‌ By the time his new deal ends, the Dutch stopper will be on the verge of turning 36, and since returning from injury, there has been a lot of focus on his defensive capabilities, especially his form. ‌ Virgil van Dijk marks special anniversary after Liverpool Premier League title triumph READ MORE: What happened at Liverpool title party as celebs rub shoulders with players and FSG staff until 3am READ MORE: However, the 33-year-old emphatically shut down the question surrounding whether he can maintain his performance levels at the peak of his powers. "Very good question," he responded to being asked how many years he has left at the 'very top level', during an interview with fashion and lifestyle magazine GQ. "What I can promise is that I'm committed to making sure that there will be plenty more years at the highest level yet. Article continues below "I feel good and we have to keep going. So let's see." Van Dijk has been key to securing the title and becoming the first Dutchman to lift the Premier League as captain, as well as ensuring that Arne Slot is the first coach from the region to win the English domestic league. He popped up with some key contributions, including the towering header against West Ham United to atone for his error after a mix-up with Andy Robertson - which saw the Scot convert into his own goal and offer the Hammers an avenue back into the game. ‌ The 32-year-old revealed how Sunday's triumph over Spurs was an emotional afternoon. He said: "First and foremost, it's been an amazing Premier League season for us. "We've been consistent [we are] well-deserved winners and the reaction we showed after going 1-0 down today was outstanding. Obviously, it was a very emotional game. "The time went very slow towards the end but I am glad we got the job done. Everyone who is connected to Liverpool can celebrate and enjoy because that is what you should do as well. Article continues below "Obviously I think, in my opinion, it is the hardest league in the world to win so when it is a glorious day in terms of the atmosphere, the weather and a good opponent. "It was incredible to be a part of and I think the manager touched on it already on the pitch that we have now two titles in five years, so that is a big achievement in my opinion."