Virgil van Dijk’s Earnings Soar with Image Rights and Sponsorships

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Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk`s company, managing his image rights and endorsements, generated £3 million last season.

The Dutch international has accumulated almost £12 million within this company, which was established to oversee his income from activities outside of football.

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Virgil van Dijk recently extended his Anfield stay. Credit: Getty

These earnings equate to an additional £60,000 per week on top of his substantial Liverpool salary.

His financial gains are expected to rise further following his recent contract extension with Liverpool. The new two-year deal is reportedly worth £400,000 per week and includes significant image rights payments.

Recent financial documents for VVD Promotions Limited reveal the player, aged 33, holds assets in his company valued at £11,689,424.

Van Dijk created his image rights company in May 2017, prior to his transfer to Liverpool.

In addition to his image rights firm, the defender also possesses a property company, founded in 2023, with assets totaling £5,685,584.

Upon signing his new contract, Van Dijk expressed his happiness about remaining at Liverpool.

He stated his pride and joy, emphasizing the incredible journey he has experienced and his happiness to extend his time with the club for another two years.

He further commented that Liverpool was always his priority and his plan. He feels at home at Liverpool, considering himself part of the city, and is proud to be called an “adopted Scouser”.

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Van Dijk, 33, is set to continue his career at Anfield. Credit: Reuters
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