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Florentino Pérez and Van Dijk | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Florentino Approves the Deal, €100 Million Offer for Van Dijk

The President has no intention of bidding for the Dutch defender and assumes that PSG will be his next destination

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Alex Moreno

Florentino Pérez has given the green light. The president of Real Madrid has approved Van Dijk's departure to PSG after rejecting his signing for the white club.

The name of the Dutch center-back has been mentioned several times in the Madrid orbit. However, from Bernabéu, they have always denied any real interest.

Despite this, it is difficult to imagine that there hasn't been some inquiry for one of the best defenders in the world.

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Van Dijk and Huijsen Compete for a Ball | Getty Images

Van Dijk will be free in three months. His contract with Liverpool remains unrenewed, and negotiations are at a standstill. This has caused a wave of rumors about his immediate future.

PSG Wants to Sign Him

According to Anfield Watch, Paris Saint-Germain has made a massive offer. The Parisian club would be willing to pay him 100M euros in a contract to add him to their ranks.

PSG seeks to strengthen its defense with an elite player. Sergio Ramos's departure left a void they haven't been able to completely fill.

Van Dijk's future seems to be moving away from both England and Spain. At 33 years old, the Dutch center-back could opt for one last big contract in European soccer.

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Van Dijk with Liverpool | Liverpool FC

His signing for PSG would follow the French club's strategy. They already did it with Sergio Ramos at the time, ensuring experience and leadership in the defense.

Florentino Rules Out His Signing

Despite the rumors, Real Madrid has never been truly interested in Van Dijk. Florentino Pérez has decided not to compete for his signing. The club's bet is clear: youth and projection in defense.

With Militao, Rüdiger, Raúl Asencio, and Alaba in the squad, Madrid considers a veteran reinforcement unnecessary. Moreover, the possible arrival of a new young center-back reinforces this stance.

Everything points to the Dutchman continuing his career in Ligue 1. PSG is willing to make a huge financial effort to get him. His signing could be finalized in the coming weeks.

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