Virgil van Dijk confident Liverpool can attract players without Champions League

Virgil Van Dijk does not believe a lack of Champions League football will hinder Liverpool’s summer recruitment (Peter Byrne/PA)

Virgil van Dijk does not believe missing out on Champions League football makes Liverpool any less attractive to potential new signings.

The last-gasp 1-1 draw at home to Aston Villa all-but ended the club’s unlikely pursuit of a top-four place as they now require either Newcastle or Manchester United to lose both their remaining matches.