Virgil van Dijk is being targeted by Galatasaray in a shock transfer move, according to reports in Turkey.
The Liverpool skipper is currently preparing to captain Netherlands at the World Cup, kicking off their campaign against Japan on Sunday.
What happened?
Galatasaray are looking to make series moves in the upcoming transfer window and have their eyes set on Van Dijk, with Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu claiming that the Turkish giants are poised to make an official offer for the 34-year-old.
The transfer window doesn't open until June 15, but Sabuncuoglu expects some movement after that date.
Why it matters for Virgil van Dijk
Van Dijk's potential departure would be a major blow to Liverpool, who have already seen several key players leave on free transfers, including Mo Salah, Andy Robertson, and Ibrahima Konate.
Liverpool are extremely light at centre-back, with Van Dijk and Joe Gomez the only real senior options for the position.
What comes next?
Galatasaray are also looking at other transfer targets, including Bernardo Silva and Can Uzun of Eintracht Frankfurt.
But going all out for Van Dijk is undoubtedly the biggest statement of intent from Galatasaray, with Fotomac claiming that Van Dijk is "top of their list" and reporting that "meetings will continue".
Liverpool have been linked with a slew of central defenders, including Burnley defender Maxime Esteve, as they look to strengthen their squad.
The England international Jarell Quansah has agreed personal terms to head back to Merseyside for a second stint, having come through the Liverpool academy system.
Quansah signed for Bayer Leverkusen last summer, but Liverpool have the option to buy him back for £55 million thanks to a clause inserted in the deal.
Van Dijk's future at Liverpool remains uncertain, with the transfer window set to open on June 15.
Galatasaray's interest in Van Dijk is a surprise move, but it remains to be seen whether they can persuade the Dutch defender to leave Anfield.
The Turkish giants are looking to make a statement in the transfer market, and signing Van Dijk would be a major coup.
Van Dijk has been a key player for Liverpool, helping the team to win several trophies, including the Champions League and the Premier League.
His potential departure would be a significant loss for the Reds, who are looking to rebuild their squad after a disappointing season.
The World Cup is set to kick off on Sunday, with Van Dijk and Netherlands facing Japan in their opening match.
Van Dijk will be looking to put the transfer speculation behind him and focus on the tournament, but it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold.