Milan dream of Liverpool star Van Dijk but move not feasible as club eye Lazio’s Gila | OneFootball

Milan may harbour ambitions of signing Virgil van Dijk, but a move for the Liverpool captain is simply not realistic, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, via MilanNews24, the transfer journalist moved to shut down the speculation linking the Netherlands defender with a switch to San Siro.

Romano explained that Van Dijk is an integral part of Liverpool’s plans and has already held talks with new head coach Andoni Iraola, effectively ruling out any departure in this summer’s window.

LEEDS, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 06: Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool reacts during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Liverpool at Elland Road on December 06, 2025 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Liverpool stand firm on captain Van Dijk as Iraola plans rebuild

Van Dijk is considered a crucial figure at Anfield, Romano stressed, valued for the leadership and stability he brings to the side.

Liverpool have never entertained the idea of losing their skipper, a stance that has only hardened after the high-profile sales of the likes of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson, which have already stripped experience from the squad.

The conclusion, per Romano, is a clear one: as things stand, Van Dijk will remain a Liverpool player, and Milan will need to turn their attention elsewhere to strengthen their defence.

That aligns with the wider picture we’ve built this shift, in which Milan have been pursuing more attainable defensive targets, Lazio’s Mario Gila chief among them, as Ruben Amorim, who arrived in the city on Monday, sets about reshaping his backline.

A player of Van Dijk’s stature was always more likely to be an aspiration, rather than a realistic option.