Edwin van der Sar, former Juventus and Ajax goalkeeper, expressed a direct suggestion to the Juventus management to La Gazzetta dello Sport: central defender Virgil vanDijk, who is about to end his contract with Liverpool, could be an ideal reinforcement for Turin's team. The interviewee, present at the Europa League against AZ at the AFAS Stadion, underlined that VanDijk is "a rock" for both Liverpool and the Dutchman, and that "even if he decided to leave the Reds, he would be a defender with still a lot to give to a club like Juventus".
During the interview, vanderSar also analyzed Juventus' current situation in the Champions League and Europa League. He commented that the team, which sits just above the middle of the table, is having a "slightly strange" season, but expressed confidence in the victory against Napoli, which could consolidate the club's credibility. He recalled that, although the Champions League is the most prestigious competition, the Europa League still represents an important opportunity for Juventus to reaffirm itself at international level after years of lack of European success.
The Dutch goalkeeper also highlighted the historical value and spirit of Juventus, stating that "the Bianconeri have the history and the spirit to triumph in the Europa League". He underlined that the competition offers a concrete opportunity for the team to demonstrate its quality on the European stage, especially considering the recent difficulty in maintaining a constant pace in weekly matches.
Regarding the possible acquisition of VanDijk, vanderSar pointed out that the coach and management should carefully evaluate the centre-forward's position and his availability to move to Italy. He also suggested that, if Juventus decide to proceed, they should do so "on a free transfer" at the end of the season, in order to ensure a smooth transition without additional costs.
Finally, the former goalkeeper closed the interview with a message of hope for Juventus, highlighting that the team still has a lot to offer and that, with the right investments and careful management, it can return to competing at the highest European levels. The Juventus management will now have to evaluate his indications and decide whether to integrate a world-class defender like VanDijk into their long-term project.