De Bruyne has spent a decade playing for City, winning numerous trophies under manager Pep Guardiola. He will be available to join a new club for free, which makes him an attractive option for Liverpool. The Reds are keen to take advantage of this opportunity.

In 2022, Van Dijk expressed his admiration for De Bruyne, saying that he thinks he's an "unbelievable" player. He praised De Bruyne's skills on the ball, his pressing, and his goal-scoring ability. Van Dijk believes that De Bruyne would have been a great addition to Liverpool's team.

Van Dijk and De Bruyne have a strong friendship, despite their teams being rivals. They have spent time together outside of football, including a trip to Ibiza. Liverpool are planning to be active in the transfer market this summer, and signing De Bruyne would be a significant coup.