Agents of star defender Virgil van Dijk have offered the Liverpool defender to Spanish and European giants Real Madrid, who have given a quick answer

According to a report, Real Madrid turned down the opportunity to sign Virgil van Dijk when his contract at Liverpool comes to an end. READ MORE:Liverpool Among Several Clubs With Keen Interest In Premier League Star's Progress The Dutch international's current deal at Anfield is due to expire in the summer,

Reports in Spain are suggesting Virgil van Dijk was offered to Real Madrid as the Liverpool captain's contract continues to run down, with no sign of a renewal yet.

It was a strange occasion. Deportiva are a fifth-tier team hailing from Llano del Beal in southeast Spain, a town with a population of just 1,300 and a stadium so small the match was moved to Cartagena, and a stadium which accommodated 8,000 spectators – most of whom were madridistas.

Real Madrid managed a 5-0 away win against Deportivo Minera in the Copa del Rey Round of 32. Arda Guler put on an impressive display, scoring twice. Carlo Ancelotti fielded a second-string side for the game and the youngsters impressed.