Virgil van Dijk backs Liverpool fans' ticket price protests in strong message to owners

Virgil van Dijk backs Liverpool fans' ticket price protests in strong message to ownersLiverpool fans protested both ahead of and during Saturday's 2-0 win against Fulham at Anfield, making their stance on the club's plans to raise ticket prices crystal clearCommentsSportNathan Ridley Senior Sports Reporter13:29, 12 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesVirgil van Dijk believes that fans are within their right to protest(Image: Stan Sport)Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has urged the club's owners to sit down and come to an agreement with fans following protests over plans to raise ticket prices. Supporters came together for the 'not a pound in the ground' campaign both ahead of and during Saturday's 2-0 win against Fulham at Anfield.‌A banner was also unfurled at the Kop End with the text: "No to ticket price increases." The Kop looked markedly different for the Premier League match, with various flags and banners removed as part of the protest following a decision made by fan group Spion Kop 1906.‌Fans also chanted: "Shove your prices up your a***," and: "You greed b*******, enough is enough." during the game. On Friday, Liverpool CEO Billy Hogan wrote to season ticket holders and members to explain their decision to increase the price of tickets in line with inflation over the next three years.‌Now, Van Dijk has spoken out and believes that the current situation benefits 'no one'. "I think the fans are the heart and soul of the club," the defender said.WORLD CUP LEGENDS: The stars who lit up football's greatest tournament - Buy the Special Edition todayREAD MORE: Arne Slot highlights Rio Ngumoha issue as Liverpool wonderkid pushing for PSG startREAD MORE: Liverpool's next five fixtures compared to rivals in Champions League race after Fulham win"If they feel like this then protest is their fair right. Hopefully, they come to a solution with the club. These things are far above my...