Van Dijk shared his emotions after the ceremony, saying it was a special day for him and his loved ones. He mentioned that he chose Liverpool because he felt a strong connection with the club and its values. He loves the fans, the team's history, and the sense of community that exists within the club.
Van Dijk also expressed his gratitude to his fans for their unwavering support. He extended his contract with Liverpool for two more years, demonstrating his commitment to the team. He was particularly happy to have had the opportunity to work with the Owen McVeigh Foundation, and he was glad that Alan Hansen, a legendary Liverpool player, was able to present him with the trophy.
Van Dijk's teammate, Mohamed Salah, was also overjoyed by the team's victory. He was named Premier League Player of the Year and Football Writers' Player of the Year earlier in the week. Salah felt grateful to have won the Premier League title in front of the passionate Liverpool fans at Anfield Stadium.
Salah noted that the fans were incredibly loud during the celebration, a testament to their dedication and love for the team. He compared it to their previous title win, which was won in a pandemic. He felt that the current victory was even more special, given the electric atmosphere at Anfield Stadium.