Southampton manager Claude Puel insisted Monday that star centre-back Virgil van Dijk will remain at St. Mary's Stadium beyond this summer's transfer window despite speculation linking him with moves elsewhere.
Speaking to the media on Monday, Puel reiterated his desire to keep hold of the defender and said Van Dijk will be at the south coast club next term, per the Liverpool Echo's Andy Kelly:
"He's our captain, and he's important for us. In terms of the leadership of the team, he's a fantastic player for us. We have to wait until the beginning of next season to see him back on the pitch with us.