Virgil van Dijk, the current captain of Liverpool, has made it clear that he sees Dominik Szoboszlai as a potential successor for the captaincy once he departs the club. With only 18 months remaining on his contract, van Dijk is considering who will take up the armband in the future, especially given Szoboszlai's impressive performances this season. The Hungarian midfielder has scored ten goals, showcasing his ability to impact matches significantly.

Van Dijk highlighted Szoboszlai's qualities as a leader, emphasizing that effective leadership begins with leading by example, a trait Szoboszlai has demonstrated consistently throughout the current season. Despite the speculation around van Dijk's future, his endorsement of Szoboszlai could also hint at a shift in Liverpool’s leadership dynamics as the club prepares for a potential transition in their squad.

This endorsement comes at a critical time when Liverpool is assessing its future direction and leadership structure. As van Dijk contemplates his next move, Szoboszlai's role and subsequent development will be closely monitored, as the club looks to secure a stable leadership foundation for the years to come.