In addition to failing to qualify for the Champions League, Van Dijk's low blow from Liverpool

Liverpool FC failed to achieve its ultimate goal this season, which was to finish at least in the top four of the Premier League standings, a situation that should be a yearly task for a team like the Reds. Faced with this situation, several decisions are being made by the English team's board of directors.

One of them is about the current squad. The club has already informed Roberto Firmino and James Milner that they will not remain in the team, as their current contracts have not been renewed. Now, the English team is also starting to communicate its plans to the rest of the squad, including Virgin Van Dijk, who could receive the worst news of all.

It is no secret that Liverpool's defense has not been up to the task this season. A big part of that has been the drop in level of the Dutch captain. A player who was used to being one of the best in the world, but his performance has not been the best, although he is still giving important performances. For this reason, the team's board will make a decision on the matter.

Liverpool's plan for the next transfer window is to reinforce its lower area and with that, several central defenders are on the club's list of targets. Mostly so that Van Dijk has internal competition and manages to raise his level. One of these players is precisely one of the best defenders in the world, who, if he arrives, could be the new leader of the backline.

Which defender is on Liverpool FC's radar?

It is precisely Jules Koundé, FC Barcelona's French defender who is of interest to many European clubs. According to Spanish media, the player is not happy to play out of position in Xavi's team. Therefore, Liverpool could try to sign him and make him the new leader of the Anfield Road defense. A hard blow for Virgil Van Dijk.